Ruellia simplex (Mexican Petunia) 6 Live Plants - 3 Purple & 3 Pink, Bare Root Starter Plants

About This Plant

Ruellia simplex, commonly called Mexican Petunia, is an herbaceous perennial valued for colorful flowers and evergreen foliage. This set features 3 purple-flowering and 3 pink-flowering rooted starter plants. Plants are shipped bare root (no pot) and are established as healthy, rooted cuttings suitable for quick growth in garden beds, borders, or containers.

What You Will Receive

You will receive: 6 live Ruellia plants (3 purple flowering, 3 pink flowering), shipped bare root (no pot). Healthy, rooted starter plants with secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Mexican Petunia
• Botanical Name: Ruellia simplex
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining garden soil
• Watering: Moderate; water regularly until established
• Mature Height: Approximately 2 feet
• Growth Rate: Fast
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip: Plant approximately 10 inches apart to create a full flowering hedge. Water consistently while establishing, then enjoy this hardy, low-maintenance perennial that flourishes in a wide range of garden settings.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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