Botanical Name
Ruellia brittoniana
Plant Type
Perennials
Plant Height Min
8in
Plant Height Max
1ft
Plant Spread Min
1ft
Plant Spread Max
1ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Interest To
Summer
Plant Color
Multi
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Water Needs
Low
Petunia-like flower; dwarf varieties include 'Katie' or 'Bonita'; taller types reseed profusely; do not plant near preserves; attracts butterflies; prune taller species to 3" after frost browns leaves