Shrubs
Chuparosa
Justicia californica
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This shrub can serve as a good informal hedge. Tip: look for selections with yellow flowers.
The Basics
Type: ShrubsSun: Full SunHardiness: 25°FWater: LowNative To: Sonoran DesertGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 4'Mature Width: 4'Mature Form: SprawlingFoliage
Semi-evergreenColor: Gray-greenTexture: MediumWildlife
Birds hummingbirdsFlowers
Flower Color: Orange, RedSeason: Winter, SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F156720343545b7e2cd5.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Carol Ward
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Photo By: Carol Ward