 Ruellia
humilis
Wild Petunia
Ruellia humilis 'Blue Shade' is a native groundcover in
areas of the Eastern US, including Texas. The foliage is a deep olive green color
and the leaves are hairy. The growth habit is very compact only getting 1-2'
tall with a equal spread, in fact this Ruellia is often used as a groundcover in
Central Texas. Wild Petunia will bloom from
late Spring until Fall, the flowers are petunia-like and a lavender to lilac
blue color. Ruellia humilis
'Blue Shade' prefers a well drained soil and should not be over watered.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-9
Plant
Use: Flowering Perennial, Groundcover
Exposure: Sun to Part Shade
Water
Requirements: Medium to Low
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