- Partial Sun to Full Sun (5+ hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 18-32 Inches
- Mature Width 10-18 Inches
- Growing Zones 9-12
- Use as a Thriller in Containers
Warm climate gardeners say “Ole!” when planting Machu Morado Mexican Petunia in their full sun gardens. Bright purple, ruffled, trumpet-shaped blooms sway over beautiful glossy green lance-shaped leaves providing a long season of color when nights are warm and days are hotter. No need to take a siesta here as this continuous blooming annual is heat and drought tolerant and loves the sun.
Native to Mexico, the Caribbean and South American, Zones 9a to 12b, Mexican Petunia can take the heat. An improved variety, Machu Morado does not send out runners and take over your landscape. It is a safer alternative to native R. simplex. Native Mexican Petunias have naturalized in the Deep South and are hard to eradicate when they become rampant but there is no need to be concerned with this variety.
Machu Morado Mexican Petunia Care
Machu Morado is not a fussy annual in Zones 3-8; in fact, it tolerates a wide range of conditions. In northern climates, it will bloom sparsely until the heat of summer hits, but when nights cool, flowering slows. It tolerates a wide range of soil pH from slightly acidic 6.1 to slightly alkaline 7.8. It is not a heavy feeder, so unless you place it in containers where it would appreciate the occasional feeding, nothing else needs to be done. Well-draining soil is crucial.
Deadheading is not necessary as it drops its spent flowers on its own. Pruning is not necessary either. Machu Morado will attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, so plant it where you will appreciate the frequent visitors. Pair this tall upright annual with other daisy-like flowers in a wide range of colors for an outstanding display.
Machu Morado Mexican Petunia Spacing
Space plants 10 to 18 inches apart. Growing up to 32 inches tall, this is a mid-garden to back-garden plant. Its upright habit will pair wonderfully with lower-growing, sun-loving annuals in your landscape or large container garden. Be prepared to reach for this lovely purple flower year after year for your full sun gardening needs.
Machu Morado Mexican Petunia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-12 |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Periwinkle Purple |
| Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Green |
| Foliage Description: Deep Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 18-32 Inches |
| Spread: 10-18 Inches |
| Spacing: 10-18 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Use Types: Border Plant, Container, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Low Maintenance, Deadheading Not Necessary, Pollinator Attractor |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Ruellia simplex 'R12-2-1' USPP 28,449 |
| Common Name: Machu Morado Mexican Petunia |
| Other Name(s): Mexican Bluebell, Britton'S Wild Petunia |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- RUEMMP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
For more detailed information, please click here.
Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
For more information on how to care for your new plants, please click on our guide below.
Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
For more information, please click on our page below.
Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
Click here for more detailed shipping information.
Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations