Ruellia humilis
Wild Petunia
Groundcover-like forb with an attractive mounding habit. Pale pink to pale purple flowers. Mixes well with non-native species in cultivated beds. Prefers moist, well drained soils.
- Height: 12" – 18"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: May, June, July, August, September
- Hardiness Zone: 4 To 8
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Rain Garden Sun
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Spreading
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Tubular
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Flower Height
- 12" to 18"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 3/4"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Spring
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg