Shrimp Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Shrimp Plant is a tropical flowering shrub known for its layered bracts and upright branching growth habit. This ornamental plant is commonly cultivated in containers, borders, shaded garden beds, and tropical landscape plantings. It performs best in warm climates with partial shade, fertile soil, and regular moisture. The plant develops dense green foliage and seasonal flowering during active growth periods.

Features

• Upright tropical shrub growth habit
• Produces layered ornamental bracts
• Suitable for containers and garden borders
• Adapted to warm and humid climates
• Performs well in partial shade conditions
• Suitable for ornamental landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Justicia brandegeeana
• Common Name (US): Shrimp Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Flowering Shrub Seed
• Growth Habit: Tropical evergreen shrub
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to summer
• Growing Season: Warm season to year-round in tropical climates
• Sowing Season: March to August
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-6 weeks in warm moist soil around 70-80°F (21-27°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to bright indirect light
• Soil Requirements: Moist well-drained fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-5 feet tall, 2-4 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 18-36 inches apart