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| Family | Acanthaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 8a - 10b RHS: H - HH EGF: H4 - G1 Australia: 2 - 4
| | Care Level | medium | | Height | 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | |
| | Description | The herbaceous perennial Ruellia brittoniana 'Katie' (ruellia) bears showy flowers during early summer to early fall. | | Typical Uses | Annual and pond. | | Special Characteristics | This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Ruellia brittoniana 'Katie' (ruellia) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |
