Fan Flower
Scaevola Aemula
Overview
Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula) is a versatile ground cover with a trailing habit, reaching up to 24 inches in width. Known for its unique fan-shaped blossoms in violet, blue, or white, it thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil. Requires minimal water once established. Ideal for hanging baskets, garden edges, or as a splash of color in rockeries. Blooms spring to frost.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Perennial
- Family
- Goodeniaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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