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Free purple Mexican petunia (Fern Bluff)
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1. irrigation tube, pvc tube or connectors; or garden hose;
2. Water barrels/drum;
3. Firewoods
4. Any plants
The purple Mexican petunia, also known as Ruellia simplex or Britton's Petunia, is a low-maintenance, fast-growing perennial with vibrant lavender blooms. Here's a quick overview:
Appearance: Petunia-like flowers that are lavender to violet, with dark green leaves that can be tinged with purple.
Size: Grows 1–3 ft tall and wide, but can reach 4 ft in the wild.
Blooming: Flowers last one day and bloom from spring through summer, but flowering is less frequent in cooler climates.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun, at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering: Drought-tolerant once established, but keeping soil moist during growing season produces the best growth.
Soil: Prefers well-draining, consistently moist soil.
Climate: Hardy in zones 8–10, evergreen in warm climates, and can tolerate cool temperatures.
Maintenance: Low-maintenance, but water during hot and dry weather.