Justicia californica 'Yellow'
Golden Chuparosa
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.
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
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Tropical, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Patio, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Screen, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.