Ruellia humilis
Common name: Wild Petunia
Wild Petunia is a low-growing prairie plant. Its typical petunia flowers are short-lived, often lasting only a day for each bloom, however, the total blooming period can last up to two months, from late summer to early fall. It is an attractive, well behaved plant, making it a great choice for flower gardens and borders. Its flowers are visited by a range of bees.
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Plant Details
Plant type
Forbs
Soil type
Dry, Dry Mesic, Mesic (Not too Wet Not too Dry)
Light exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun / Part Shade
Bloom period
Summer
Urban environment
Compacted/New Construction Soils
Habitat
Prairie Grasslands, Savannas
Growth form
Ground cover, Rhizomatous/stoloniferous
Growth rate
Moderate
Flower color
Violet Blue
Fall color
Orange Yellow
Size
- Mature height
- 1 Feet
- Mature width
- 1 Feet
- Max height
- 2 Feet
- Max width
- 3 Feet
Additional information
Pollinator hot spot