Dwarf White Bluebells (Ruellia brittoniana 'Dwarf White') are also known as Mexican Petunias. This southern perennial only grows to a height of 10-12 inches, making them a good choice for layering in front of taller plants in the water garden. will flower repeatedly throughout the summer months. This is a great marginal plant that can also be used outside of the water garden and is drought tolerant once established. Winters well as a houseplant in cold climates.
Species: Bluebell, Dwarf White (Ruellia brittoniana 'Dwarf White')
Container Size: 2" Net Pot
Height: 10"-12"
Outdoor Light: Full Sun/Part Sun
Water Depth: Moist Soil to dry
Zones: 8,9,10
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Dwarf White Bluebells (Ruellia ‘Dwarf White’) – White Flowering Pond Edge Plant
Compact Mexican Petunia with Continuous Summer Blooms
Dwarf White Bluebells (Ruellia brittoniana ‘Dwarf White’), also known as Mexican Petunia, is a compact, low-growing marginal plant perfect for layering in front of taller pond plants. Growing just 10 to 12 inches tall, it produces crisp white flowers that bloom repeatedly throughout the summer, adding bright contrast and seasonal color to your water garden. This versatile plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and can be used both in pond edges and traditional garden beds, where it becomes drought tolerant once established. Hardy in zones 8–10, it can also be overwintered indoors as a houseplant in cooler climates, making it a flexible and easy-to-grow addition to any landscape.