Fan Flower
Scaevola aemula
Annuals
(Detailed plant information can be found at the bottom of the page.)
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Scaevola aemula Plant Information
| Classification | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name: | Scaevola aemula |
| Common Name: | fan flower |
| Family: | Goodeniaceae |
| Suggested Uses: | annuals, container plantings, hanging baskets |
| Characteristics | |
| Plant Form: | spreading, cascading |
| Height: | 4 - 8 inches |
| Spread: | 8 - 12 inches |
| Foliage: | leaves are toothed, simple and alternate |
| Flower: | blue, purple, white, or pink fan-shaped flowers are single or in whorls |
| Bloom Period: | Summer |
| Environment | |
| Sun: | full sun |
| Water: | medium water requirement |
| Soil: | prefers well-drained soils pH adaptable |
| Heat Tolerance: | medium heat tolerance |
| USDA Zone: | zones 9 - 11 |
| Native Range: | Australia |
| Care | |
| Maintenance: | propagation by stem cuttings |
| Pests & Pathology: | susceptible to root rot and crown rot |
| Additional Notes: | performs well in a container |
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