Ruellia brittoniana 'Rosa'
Pink Dwarf Ruellia
Description
A shrubby perennial grows quickly to 1' x 1'l. It has narrow dark green leaves. Will bloom during warm months with 2" pink flowers. Will reseed if moisture available from spitting seed pods. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Beware of frost in unprotected areas.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.