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Care Information for a Yellow Shrimp Plant Golden shrimp plant (Pachystachys lutea) is an upright tropical shrub that reaches mature heights of 36 to 48 inches. The showy, yellow, gold or orange flowers, which bloom during the summer, resemble the layered scales of a shrimp. Golden shrimp plant is suitable for planting in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9b through 11. In cooler climates, it is grown as an annual. Golden shrimp plant prefers full sunlight; however, the plant benefits from afternoon shade in climates with hot summers. The plant grows in nearly any type of well-drained soil, including sand, clay, loam, or soil that is slightly acidic or alkaline. However, it isn't a good choice for beach-side planting, as golden shrimp plant doesn't perform well in salty soil. Water and Fertilizer Although golden shrimp plant tolerates moist soil, it performs best when the surface of the soil is allowed to dry slightly between waterings. When watering, provide enough water to saturate the roots to a depth of about 6 inches. Regular fertilization stimulates healthy growth and big blooms. However, avoid excessive fertilization, which weakens the plant and makes it more susceptible to disease and insects. Feed the plant once every month during spring and summer, using a fertilizer for blooming plants, applied according to rate specifications on the label.