Ruellia simplex 'White Katie'

Also Known As

Ruellia brittoniana 'Katie's White'
Ruellia brittoniana 'White Katie'
Katie's White Desert Petunia
Katie's White Mexican Petunia
White Katie Mexican Petunia
White Katie Ruellia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"
W: 12"

planting zones

7b-10b

Ruellia simplex 'White Katie' plant details

Ruellia simplex 'White Katie' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruellia simplex 'White Katie'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruellia simplex 'White Katie'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely dwarf perennial Mexican Petunia with bright white flowers from spring to frost. It makes a great border, or groundcover, and does well in containers. A very heat-and-drought tolerant plant once established.