Ruellia, Desert Petunia, Florida Bluebells, Mexican Petunia, Mexican Blue Bells 'Blue Shade' (Ruellia simplex)

Blooms continuously from spring until first heavy frost. Great ground cover and filler plant. Enjoys morning sun and afternoon shade in my beds. Although it spreads, it is easy to dig up.(San Antonio, Tx.)

by htop Sep 28, 2003 2:57 PM

Desert petunia, blue shade (Ruellia brittoniana) growth habit, new leaves and different lighting. They can appear a grayish green due to the fine hairs on the leaves.

by htop Jun 27, 2005 11:30 PM

A close view of blue shade (Ruellia brittoniana) ... note the fine hairs on the leaves.

by htop Jun 10, 2005 11:08 PM

Desert Petunia zone 9B makes a nice ground cover in shady area

by sunkissed Jan 26, 2011 10:07 AM