Yellow Jacobinia
Justicia aurea (Yellow Jacobinia) is an upright, evergreen shrub with huge dark green, ovate leaves, up to 12 in. long (10-30 cm), and showy flower plumes, 6-10 in. long (15-25 cm), densely packed with tubular, bright yellow flowers. Blooming from mid to late summer, the flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. The lush foliage and distinctive flowers make Yellow Jacobinia a natural for a tropical garden. Great for use as a foundation or mass planting in warm climates, it is also terrific for containers or as a houseplant.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Justicia |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 8' (120cm - 240cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Justicia |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
4' - 8' (120cm - 240cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Justicia aurea (Yellow Jacobinia) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Justicia aurea (Yellow Jacobinia) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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