Desert Ruellia is frequently planted along streetscapes and freeways, but its true beauty is best appreciated up-close and personal. The deep purple flowers and interesting white-grey stems make for some great contrast. This evergreen shrub has a naturally rounded form, growing quickly to 4 to 5 feet tall and wide. Its small, glossy green leaves provide a wonderful backdrop for the one inch wide flowers. The peak bloom period occurs in the spring and early summer, but sporadic flowering can continue throughout the year. If planted in a frost-protected area, Desert Ruellia requires almost no maintenance. Plant Desert Ruellia in full sun to maintain a dense form.
Ruellia peninsularis (Desert Ruellia, Baja Ruellia)
Ruellia peninsularis
Desert Ruellia, Baja Ruellia
Desert Ruellia is frequently planted along streetscapes and freeways, but its true beauty is best appreciated up-close and personal. The deep purple flowers and interesting white-grey stems make for some great contrast. This evergreen shrub has a naturally rounded form, growing quickly to 4 to 5 feet tall and wide. Its small, glossy green leaves provide a wonderful backdrop for the one inch wide flowers. The peak bloom period occurs in the spring and early summer, but sporadic flowering can continue throughout the year. If planted in a frost-protected area, Desert Ruellia requires almost no maintenance. Plant Desert Ruellia in full sun to maintain a dense form.
| Plant Type | Native, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 1' - 5' (ft) |
| Spread | 1' - 5' (ft) |
| Spacing | 2' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Hummingbirds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
| Tolerance | Heat, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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