Feb 11, 2025 · Mexican petunias (Ruellia simplex) are hardy, blooming perennials. Learn how to care for these tough, low-maintenance flowers.

May 30, 2025 · Mexican petunia (Ruellia simplex) is a carefree flower for Southern gardens that can easily become invasive. With our guide, learn which types to grow and how.

Feb 27, 2025 · Learn how to care for the Mexican petunia with these tips from gardening experts. Mexican petunias grow quickly and easily in most climates, with their main requirement being warm …

Apr 20, 2023 · Need a pretty flowering shade plant? Consider Mexican petunia, aka Ruellia simplex, an easy-care beauty that likes sun, too. Learn more now!

Ruellia simplex, the Mexican petunia, Mexican bluebell or Britton's wild petunia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae that is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America.

Mexican petunia is a lovely perennial with willow-like leaves and petunia-like purple flowers. It’s resilient, but can sometimes grow ‘too’ enthusiastically. Here’s everything you need to know about growing …

Mexican petunia is an ornamental herbaceous perennial of the Acanthaceae family. It is shrubby with a woody base and somewhat aggressive. The plant typically grows to 3 to 4 feet tall in the wild, but …

Jan 1, 2025 · Mexican petunia, also known as Ruellia simplex, is a popular perennial that hails from warm regions of Mexico and South America. This low-maintenance plant is a favorite amongst …

Dec 2, 2024 · Ruellia simplex, the Mexican petunia, Mexican bluebell or Britton’s wild petunia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae that is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, and …

Nov 16, 2025 · Mexican petunia (Ruellia brittoniana) is a perennial flowering plant that can grow up to 3 feet tall and produce showy purple, pink or white flowers. It is native to Mexico and South America, …