Shrimp ‘Yellow’
Justicia brandegeeana ‘Yellow Shrimp’, commonly known as Yellow Shrimp Plantcomma-sign is a vibrant tropical shrub known for its unique yellow shrimp-like flowers. This variety is admired for its long blooming seasoncomma-sign drought tolerancecomma-sign and appealing tropical look. The plant features yellow tubular flowers encased in yellow-green bractscomma-sign resembling shrimpcomma-sign and is a favorite for gardenscomma-sign containerscomma-sign and focal points in sunnycomma-sign warm locations.
Specs
Sunshine in Shrimp Form
Justicia ‘Yellow Shrimp’ lights up your landscape with cheerful yellow, shrimp-like blossoms set against soft green bracts. A reliable bloomer from spring through fall, it’s the perfect pollinator plant for sunny borders and container displays.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (continuous bloomer)
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 2 to 4 feet tall
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 65 to 85°F
Flower Color: Yellow
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate
Bloom Size: 2 to 3 inches
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Excellent in patio pots, mixed beds, or tropical-themed arrangements
Pro tip: Prune lightly in summer to encourage fuller blooms and compact growth.
Justicia ‘Yellow Shrimp’ lights up your landscape with cheerful yellow, shrimp-like blossoms set against soft green bracts. A reliable bloomer from spring through fall, it’s the perfect pollinator plant for sunny borders and container displays.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (continuous bloomer)
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 2 to 4 feet tall
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 65 to 85°F
Flower Color: Yellow
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate
Bloom Size: 2 to 3 inches
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Excellent in patio pots, mixed beds, or tropical-themed arrangements
Pro tip: Prune lightly in summer to encourage fuller blooms and compact growth.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Upright & Bushy
Mature Height:
MEDIUM (2 to 6 feet)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Warm Climate
Color:
Yellow
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Medium
Pet Friendly:
Yes