Red Ruellia, Elegant Ruellia
Ruellia elegans (Red Ruellia) is a showy annual boasting a profusion of bright scarlet trumpet shaped flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm) on 6-8 in. wand-like stems (15-20 cm). Blooming for months from late spring until frost, they are held upright above a compact mound of soft green, semi-fuzzy foliage. They attract butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant reseeds readily and spreads rapidly. It is a dazzling addition to the garden and containers.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Ruellia |
| Common names | Petunia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Ruellia |
| Common names | Petunia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Ruellia elegans (Red Ruellia) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Ruellia elegans (Red Ruellia) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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