Ruttya thrives in well-draining soil and prefers a sunny location with partial shade during the hottest part of the day. Special care points include regular pruning to maintain its shape and promoting air circulation to prevent fungal issues. Additionally, ruttya benefits from occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer to support its growth.
Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every 1-2 weeks |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Garden Soil |
| Soil pH | 6-7 |
| Hardiness Zones |
8-11
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Jammy mouth is a stunning perennial native to Eastern Africa. It can grow into trees, shrubs, and vines. It bears a distinctive burnt orange two-lipped tubular flower with brown patterns that resemble a rabbit's head with ears, hence its other common name "rabbit ears." Its attractive evergreen leaves could easily be formed into a fence for screening and privacy.
Ruttya ovata is a vibrant shrub, easily identifiable by its glossy, ovate leaves and tubular, orange to red flowers, which dangle elegantly from the branches. These blooms are a beacon for pollinators in its native habitat, harmoniously coexisting within woodland edges and rocky slopes. Adapted to such environments, ruttya ovata flourishes in well-drained soil, preferring dappled sunlight that nurtures its distinctive, continuous flowering.
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