Ruellia 'Purple Showers' (1 Gallon)

Ruellia ‘Purple Showers’ – A Southern Garden’s Cheerful Bloomer

Add a burst of carefree color to your garden with our Ruellia ‘Purple Showers’—a hardy, fast-growing perennial that brings waves of deep violet blooms from spring through fall. With its graceful, slightly arching stems and vibrant flowers that resemble morning glories, this beloved Southern favorite is a perfect blend of charm and resilience.

Known for thriving with minimal fuss, Purple Showers creates a cottage-garden feel with its lush foliage and constant blooms, making it an ideal choice for gardeners who appreciate beauty with ease. It’s a sweet reminder that sometimes, the simplest things—like flowers greeting you each morning—bring the most joy.

What It Means:
Ruellia symbolizes adaptability and the beauty of endurance. Its ability to bloom again and again, even in tough conditions, makes it a heartfelt addition to gardens centered around family, hope, and perseverance.

When It Blooms:
Late spring through the first frost—nearly non-stop! Each bloom lasts just one day, but the plant is constantly producing fresh flowers.

Where It Grows Best:

• USDA Zones: 8–11 (perennial); grows as an annual in cooler climates

• Light: Full sun to part shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; very tolerant of heat and drought once established

• Ideal For: Cottage gardens, borders, butterfly gardens, and mass plantings

Care Plan:

1. Watering: Moderate watering until established; drought-tolerant thereafter

2. Maintenance: Virtually carefree—no deadheading needed

3. Cutting Back: Trim in late winter to early spring to encourage bushier growth

4. Spreading: Known to self-sow or spread via underground runners in ideal conditions; plant in controlled spaces if needed

Best Companion Plants:

• Coneflowers or Black-Eyed Susans for bold, complementary color

• Lantana or Salvia to attract butterflies and pollinators

• Coreopsis for cheerful yellow contrast

• Ornamental grasses for a soft, swaying backdrop

Whether you’re creating a pollinator-friendly space or simply looking for a dependable plant that thrives with Southern ease, Ruellia ‘Purple Showers’ is a wonderful choice. Like good neighbors and porch swings, it's one of those simple pleasures that makes small-town living a little sweeter.