Katie Pink Mexican petunia
Ruellia simplex 'Katie Pink'
USDA zones8 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size9 to 12 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Katie Pink' Mexican petunia (Ruellia simplex 'Katie Pink') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, rain gardens, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows fast and forms a low clump of light pink flowers. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the blooms. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Calla lily, Mondo grass, Vermillionaire cuphea, and Lemongrass.