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Rabbit Ears Plant

Ruttya Fruticosa

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Overview

Ruttya fruticosa, commonly known as 'Rabbit Ears,' is a distinctive shrub featuring vibrant, two-lipped flowers resembling rabbit ears. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and width. Preferring well-draining soil, this evergreen offers continuous blooms mainly in summer and fall. Its rapid growth and drought tolerance make it ideal for striking accents or hedges in USDA zones 9-11. Pruning maintains shape and encourages flowering.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Type Perennial
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It's important to note that while Rabbit Ears Plant is a stunner in the garden
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Its showy flowers are not only visually striking but also attract hummingbirds and butterfliesRabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — orange flowers in the garden; is an enchanting shrub that presents a distinctive and vibrant addition to any landscapeRabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — is an enchanting shrub that presents a distinctive and vibrant addition to any landscape design; orange, image 55Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It is best planted in well-drained soil with a pH ranging from neutral to slightly acidic; scientifically known asRabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — adding dynamic wildlife interest to the settingRabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and width+53

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Acanthaceae

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Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It's important to note that while Rabbit Ears Plant is a stunner in the garden
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Its showy flowers are not only visually striking but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — orange flowers in the garden; is an enchanting shrub that presents a distinctive and vibrant addition to any landscape
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — is an enchanting shrub that presents a distinctive and vibrant addition to any landscape design; orange, image 55
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It is best planted in well-drained soil with a pH ranging from neutral to slightly acidic; scientifically known as
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — adding dynamic wildlife interest to the setting
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and width
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — two-lipped flowers resembling rabbit ears; its rapid growth and drought tolerance make it ideal for striking accents or
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Originating from Eastern Africa
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — offering a striking contrast to its peculiar flowers
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Regular watering is crucial during the growing season
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It is best planted in well-drained soil with a pH ranging from neutral to slightly acidic
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — two-lipped flowers resembling rabbit ears; its rapid growth and drought tolerance make it ideal for striking, image 49
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — dark green leaves that typically measure around 2 to 3 inches long
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Preferring well-draining soil, this evergreen offers continuous blooms mainly in summer and fall; its showy, image 51
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — this perennial is both heat-tolerant and relatively drought-resistant once established; offering a striking, image 57
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Originating from Eastern Africa; pruning maintains shape and encourages flowering, image 56
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Pruning maintains shape and encourages flowering; originating from Eastern Africa
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — two-lipped flowers resembling rabbit ears
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — Pruning maintains shape and encourages flowering
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — perennial with orange blooms
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — allowing it to form a lush; adding dynamic wildlife interest to the setting, image 58
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — scientifically known as Ruttya fruticosa; it is best planted in well-drained soil with a pH ranging from neutral to
Rabbit Ears Plant (Ruttya Fruticosa) — It's important to note that while Rabbit Ears Plant is a stunner in the garden; though the plant does appreciate a
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