Wild petunia (Ruellia humilis) Plants

Unrelated to the ubiquitous annual - a low mounding perennial wildflower. Puts out large, light-purple flowers above soft, fuzzy leaves.

Native to: Much of the eastern US - non-native to Maine.

Growing conditions: Sun or part shade with moist or dry soil.

Natural habitat: Prairies, dry open woods, bluffs, sand flats, disturbed areas, fields and roadsides.

Grows up to: 18-24"

Blooms: Summer

Pairs well with: Jacob's ladder (Polemonium reptans)