Ruellia simplex [dwarf white]

Also Known As

Ruellia brittoniana 'Dwarf White'
Desert Petunia
Dwarf Mexican Petunia
Florida Bluebells
Mexican Petunia

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-18"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Ruellia simplex [dwarf white] plant details

Ruellia simplex [dwarf white] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruellia simplex [dwarf white]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, long-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruellia simplex [dwarf white]

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dwarf Mexican Petunia, a low growing mounding heat tolerant perennial in zone 8 and warmer. Tufts of narrow blade grass like foliage give a backdrop pure white petunia like blooms from early summer to frost. Growing 1' tall in sun to part shade. Makes a great ground cover or may be used as a houseplant, accent in container gardening. Resistant to most pests.