Justicia fulvicoma |
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Mexican Chuparosa |
Description
A low growing compact shrub with lush green foliage and spikes of reddish orange flowers. Leaves are large, oval and pubescent. Flower clusters of tubular flowers stacked between reddish bracts spring and fall. Frost damage at 18F Filtered sun. Does require moderate irrigation. 1' x 2'
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Perennial Border, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.