Chuparosa
Justicia californica
This shrub can serve as a good informal hedge. Tip: look for selections with yellow flowers.
THE BASICS
Type: Shrub
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 25°F
Water: Low
Native to: Sonoran Desert
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 4 feet
Mature Width: 4 feet
Mature Form: Sprawling
FOLIAGE
Semievergreen
Color: Gray-green
Texture: Medium
WILDLIFE
Birds
hummingbirds
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Orange to red tubular
Season: winter, spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Carol Ward
Photo Credit: Carol Ward
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Carol Ward, Carol Ward