Red Justicia Shrimp Plant – 3 Gallon ❤️🦐🌿

Bring a touch of tropical charm to your garden with the Red Justicia Shrimp Plant, beloved for its whimsical, shrimp-like bracts in shades of red that gracefully cascade among lush green foliage. Native to Mexico and Central America, the Shrimp Plant has long been admired for its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, making it a delightful addition to cottage gardens, pollinator spaces, and Southern landscapes.

In Victorian times, exotic flowering plants like the Shrimp Plant symbolized hospitality and grace, reminding hosts to create spaces of welcome and beauty. Today, its showy blooms and easy-going nature make it just as perfect for patios, porches, and pollinator-friendly gardens.

✨ What It Means

The Red Justicia Shrimp Plant embodies warmth, joy, and the spirit of welcome—a vibrant way to invite both friends and pollinators to gather.

🌿 Care Instructions

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or light shade; can tolerate morning sun with afternoon protection.

• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Do not allow roots to dry completely.

• Temperature: Thrives in warm climates (best in zones 9–11); protect from frost.

• Fertilizer: Feed monthly in spring through fall with a balanced fertilizer to encourage continuous blooms.

• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape and promote fresh growth.

🌎 Where It Grows Best

Perfect for Southern gardens, this plant thrives outdoors in zone 9 and warmer. In cooler climates, it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during the winter months. It shines in patio pots, cottage-style borders, and tropical-themed landscapes.

🌸 Complimentary Plant Pairings

Enhance the beauty of your Shrimp Plant by pairing it with:

• Croton Mammy: for bold foliage contrast.

• Hibiscus: large tropical blooms pair beautifully with shrimp plant bracts.

• Ferns: add a soft, airy texture beneath its bold blooms.

• Coleus: their patterned leaves create vibrant, layered displays.

With its playful blooms and welcoming spirit, the Red Justicia Shrimp Plant is a true conversation piece that will Invite Joy into your home and garden all season long.