Ruellia brittoniana 'Compacta Blue' Dwarf Mexican Petunia
Ruellia brittoniana 'Compacta Blue', also known as Dwarf Mexican Petunia, is a hardy and heat-tolerant perennial with beautiful, bluish-purple, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom from summer through fall.
Unlike the taller varieties, 'Compacta Blue' stays low and bushy, growing up to 12–15 inches tall. It’s ideal for sunny borders, walkways, or containers, and attracts butterflies and bees. The dark green, narrow foliage provides a lush, tidy backdrop for the vivid blooms.
- Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Mature Height: 12 to 15 Inches
- Mature Spread: 12 to 18 Inches
- Zone: 8 - 11 (Annual in cooler zones)
Plant Care Instructions and Attributes
- Thrives in heat and tolerates drought once established.
- Performs well in both containers and garden beds.
- Deer-resistant and great for pollinator gardens.
- Deadheading not required—blooms prolifically on its own.
Note: Plant is shipped in a pot with secure packaging. May arrive trimmed for transit. Will quickly rebound with proper care.
We cannot ship certain plants or sizes to California due to agricultural restrictions.
Growing Zones: 8-11
| Mature Height: | 12 to 15 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature Width: | 12 to 18 Inches |
| Botanical Name: | Ruellia brittoniana 'Compacta Blue' |
| Bloom Time: | Summer to Fall |
