Ruellia ciliosa | 40–60 cm

Delicate yet resilient, Ruellia ciliosa is a charming flowering perennial that delivers a continuous display of soft purple-pink blooms throughout the warmer months. Its fine, slightly hairy stems and slender leaves create an airy, naturalistic texture that contrasts beautifully with bolder tropical foliage. Supplied at 40–60 cm height, this well-established specimen is ready to make an immediate impact in your garden.

Key Features

• Continuous flush of soft purple-pink trumpet-shaped flowers
• Airy, naturalistic growth habit — ideal for borders and mixed plantings
• Drought-tolerant once established — low maintenance in UAE conditions
• Attracts butterflies and pollinators
• Excellent as a ground cover, border plant, or container specimen

Why It Works in the UAE

Ruellia ciliosa is exceptionally well-suited to the UAE’s hot, sunny climate. Once established, it tolerates periods of drought and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Its ability to bloom prolifically through the heat of summer makes it a standout choice for year-round colour in Dubai and Abu Dhabi gardens.

Care Snapshot

Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established — water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry
Humidity: Tolerates high humidity well
Fertiliser: Light feeding monthly during the growing season to encourage blooming

What You'll Receive

One Ruellia ciliosa plant at 40–60 cm height, supplied in a nursery pot. A healthy, well-established specimen ready to plant out or pot up. Appearance may vary slightly from photos.