USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread
15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
Ruellia coerulea 'Dwarf Katie' (britton's wild petunia) bears showy, bright violet and repeat-blooming blossoms during early spring to late autumn. This tender perennial is clump forming and has deep green foliage that is matte, fine textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, edging, ground cover, foundation and tropical.
Special Characteristics
This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Ruellia coerulea 'Dwarf Katie' tolerates drought, wet sites, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Ruellia coerulea 'Dwarf Katie' (britton's wild petunia) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Ruellia coerulea 'Dwarf Katie' (britton's wild petunia) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
