Ruellia simplex 'Strawberries and Cream'

Also Known As

Ruellia brittonia 'Strawberries & Cream'
Ruellia caerulea 'Strawberries & Cream'
Ruellia tweediana 'Strawberries & Cream'
Strawberries & Cream Desert Petunia
Strawberries & Cream Florida Bluebells
Strawberries & Cream Mexican Blue Bells
Strawberries & Cream Mexican Petunia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

8a-10b

Ruellia simplex 'Strawberries and Cream' plant details

Ruellia simplex 'Strawberries and Cream' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with variegated foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruellia simplex 'Strawberries and Cream'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruellia simplex 'Strawberries and Cream'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely dwarf perennial Mexican Petunia with green and white variegated leaves, and lavender-blue blooms from spring until frost. It makes a great border, or groundcover, and does well in containers. It is very heat and drought tolerant once established.