Justicia californica

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Chuparosa, Calif. Beloperone

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Sprawling shrub to 6' tall and wide. Moderate growth. Native on gravely washes and rocky slopes in lower areas of Sonoran Desert under 2500'. Usually leafless. Succulent green stems, small red tubular flowers. Full sun. Quite drought resistant but faster with some supplemental water.. Needs well drained site. Flowers Feb-May and Fall. Can be cold or drought deciduous. Hummers love it.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.