For over a year I have been waiting for this! From a cutting out of a friend's garden, to incubating in the green house, to planting in the wrong place, and the dog breaking it… now this 😍
Mine is in bloom too! But it doesn’t look as healthy as yours, what’s your secret. I honestly can’t figure this plant out. Congrats btw!
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What is it?? It’s really pretty
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Per google: The orange shrimp plant (Justicia brandegeana) is a rare tropical perennial shrub with unique orange and pink tubular flowers that resemble shrimp. It can grow to 3′ x 3′ and produces blooms from spring through fall.
Flowers: Salmon-orange flower bracts on 8-inch spikes, with a combination of orange and pinkish-red.
Foliage: Variegated with small, light green leaves.
Sunlight: Thrives in warmer climates and sunny areas, but can tolerate light to heavy shade if it receives some morning sun.
Watering: Water well when establishing, then regularly during dry periods, especially in full sun.
Soil: Tolerates a variety of soil conditions, from dry to wet, but prefers fertile, draining soil.
Salt tolerance: Moderate, suitable for coastal areas but may be damaged by direct salt spray.
Growth: Clump forming, making it a good choice for containers and hanging baskets.
Climate: Evergreen in frost-free areas.
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Mine is in bloom too! But it doesn’t look as healthy as yours, what’s your secret. I honestly can’t figure this plant out. Congrats btw!
What is it?? It’s really pretty
Per google: The orange shrimp plant (Justicia brandegeana) is a rare tropical perennial shrub with unique orange and pink tubular flowers that resemble shrimp. It can grow to 3′ x 3′ and produces blooms from spring through fall.
Flowers: Salmon-orange flower bracts on 8-inch spikes, with a combination of orange and pinkish-red.
Foliage: Variegated with small, light green leaves.
Sunlight: Thrives in warmer climates and sunny areas, but can tolerate light to heavy shade if it receives some morning sun.
Watering: Water well when establishing, then regularly during dry periods, especially in full sun.
Soil: Tolerates a variety of soil conditions, from dry to wet, but prefers fertile, draining soil.
Salt tolerance: Moderate, suitable for coastal areas but may be damaged by direct salt spray.
Growth: Clump forming, making it a good choice for containers and hanging baskets.
Climate: Evergreen in frost-free areas.