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Ruellia elegans - Red Ruellia

Market price from $4.20 to $6.25

Ruellia elegans is a tastefully robust shrub, distinguishable by its vibrant red, trumpet-shaped flowers that offer an aesthetically pleasing contrast to its dark green, lance-shaped leaves. Commonly recognized as Red Ruellia, this hardy plant adeptly originates from Brazil and gracefully evolves between 18 to 36 inches tall with a perennial life cycle. Its impressive flowering season spans from the sunny days of summer right into the cooler shades of late fall, rhythmically painting your garden into an all-season canvas of color. Ruellia elegans, with its voracious appetite for full sun to partial shade, is incredibly accommodating to a variety of soil conditions, dutifully standing tall during drought periods. A key charmer in the flora world, this shrub doesn't only draw in human admirers but also catches the eye of hummingbirds. Whether you're shaping borders, designing beds, or filling containers, the Red Ruellia effortlessly enhances any landscape design with its tropical flair. Add this versatile, wildlife-attracting plant to your space for a consistent burst of brightness and resilience.

  • Size: 18 to 36 inches tall
  • Flowers: Bright red, trumpet-shaped flowers
  • Foliage: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves
  • Water usage: Drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Wildlife attraction: Attracts hummingbirds
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