Mexican Honeysuckle

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Mexican Honeysuckle (Justicia spicigera) is a versatile perennial that thrives in partial shade and full sun, adapting well to a variety of soil types. Preferring moderate water, t his hardy plant is known for its slender orange tubular blooms from March to November, making it a magnet for bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Despite occasional browning in harsh winters, Justicia spicigera is root hardy and often remains evergreen, bouncing back with fresh growth in spring. Regular pruning encourages a bushier shape and more blooms, especially beneficial for wildlife in colder months. Scientific Name: Justicia spicigeraOrigin: MexicoHeight: 3 to 6 feetSpread: 2 to 4 feetLight: Full sun, partial shadeWater: ModerateUSDA Zones: 8-11Bloom Dates: March through November Show more