Wild Petunia is a groundcover-like native with an attractive mounding habit. Pale pink to pale purple flowers attract pollinators. This plant mixes well with non-native species in cultivated beds. It prefers moist, well drained soils. Grows in sun to part shade, 12-18" tall and 18'-24" wide, and is deer resistant. Hardy to Zone 4.
Botanical Name:
Ruellia humilis
Light Needs:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Hardiness Zone:
4
Mature Height:
12-18 in
Mature Width:
18-24 in
Water:
Average Water Needs, Consistent Water Needs
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies, Bee Friendly
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season:
Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid-Summer, Late Summer