Dwarf Purple Ruellia (Ruellia simplex) - 6 Live Rooted Plants | Mexican Petunia

About This Plant

Dwarf Purple Ruellia, commonly known as Dwarf Mexican Petunia or Dwarf Ruellia, is a perennial flowering plant with vibrant purple blooms and lush green foliage. This is a dwarf variety of Ruellia simplex, grown as rooted starter plants. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Growth is fast, with a mature height of approximately 2 feet. Suitable for borders, hedges, flower beds, containers, and landscape accents. Heat and cold tolerant with low maintenance.

What You Will Receive

6 live Dwarf Purple Ruellia plants. Rooted starter plants with foliage. Shipped with roots and leaves (no pot). Ready to plant upon arrival. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Dwarf Mexican Petunia, Dwarf Ruellia
• Botanical Name: Ruellia simplex (dwarf variety)
• Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
• Growth Stage: Rooted starter plants
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to most soil types
• Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• 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 dense flowering hedge. Water consistently during the first few weeks after planting, then enjoy this low-maintenance perennial as it produces continuous blooms throughout the growing season.

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.

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