Hairy Wild Petunia (Ruellia humilis)

These small, long-lived plants work well around the edges of sunny, dry beds.  Very long bloom period.

 

Uses:  Butterflies, hummingbirds

Bloom time:  June - September

 

Height:  12 to 16 inches

Space:  12 to 16 inches

 

Sun:  Full sun to light shade

Moisture:  Dry to average

Seed: Needs a minimum 30-day cold, moist stratification period, preferably 50 days or more. Sow outdoors anytime from October through February. Seed retains viability for at least 2 years.