Justicia fulvicoma
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'
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
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.