USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread
30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
Ruellia coerulea 'Pink Katie' (Mexican petunia) bears showy and repeat-blooming blossoms during early spring to late fall. This tender perennial is spreading in form and has deep green foliage that is matte, fine textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses
Border, container, ground cover and tropical.
Special Characteristics
This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Ruellia coerulea 'Pink Katie' tolerates drought, wet sites, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions
The growth rate of Ruellia coerulea 'Pink Katie' (Mexican petunia) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Ruellia coerulea 'Pink Katie' (Mexican petunia) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
