Justicia californica 'Yellow'

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Kathleen Moore

 

Description

Semievergreen shrub grows at a moderate rate to 4' x 4'. Leaves are gray-green and drop off if plant is drought stressed. Tubular yellow flowers appear winter to spring and are frequented by hummingbirds. This plant would make a good informal hedge. No thorns.

 

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  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.