Ruellia

ruellia brittoniana

Description: Easily maintained at 3 feet tall by 2 feet wide or up to 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. The leaf is dark green, thin and pointed and is 3 inches long and 3/4 inches in width. The flower is purple bell-shaped and is about 1 inch wide. Best color in warm months and originates from Mexico.

Maintenance: Tolerates irrigation 5 to 6 times per week.

Light: Light shade to full sun.

Soil: Wide range.

Salt Tolerance: Medium