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Ruellia humilis

Wild Petunia

Bell-shaped lavender to lilac-blue flowers. Long slender olive-green leaves.

  • »  Bell-shaped petunia shaped lavender to lilac-blue flowers
  • »  Blooming period between May-October
  • »  Long slender olive-green leaves

Plug50
$9.28
1 Litre
$17.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:50-60 cm
  • Spread:50-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Lavender
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Drought Tolerant
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Spring - Fall
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Naturalizing
• Rooftop (extensive)
Additional Information about Ruellia humilis

Native to Eastern United States and into southern Ontario.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ruellia humilis

Ruellia grows best in average to dry, well drained soil. Full sun to partial shade. Quite adaptable to many conditions and resistant to desease.