Description

This Mid-Atlantic Native is a great accent plant to add height, texture, and biodiversity to any roof. A full sun-loving plant it will self-seed a little if it is happy. Lilac purple flowers from late spring through mid-summer top fuzzy foliage.

Profile

• Botanical Name: Ruellia humilis
• Family: Acanthaceae
• Plant Type: Hardy Perennial
• Plant Usage: Accent
• Hardiness Zone: 4-8
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Purple
• Bloom Time: Summer
• Winter Interest: Dormant
• Height: 12"
• Spread: 12"
• Light Requirement: Full Sun
• Origin: North America
• Self Sowing: Somewhat
• Shade Tolerant: No
• Substitutes: Penstemon hirsutus var. pygmeus,