Whirlwind White Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula 'Whirlwind White')
skay-VO-lah EYE-mew-lah 'Whirlwind White'

Annual
Teaser Heat and drought tolerant plants; blooms all season; low maintenance.

Scaevola aemula, commonly known as the fan flower, is a delightful and versatile perennial that adds a unique and eye-catching element to gardens and containers. Originating from Australia, this plant features a distinctive fan-shaped growth habit, with clusters of small, vibrant blooms that resemble tiny fans. The flowers come in a range of vibrant hues, including shades of blue, purple, pink, and white, creating a stunning visual display. Scaevola aemula is prized for its trailing, cascading growth pattern, making it an excellent choice for hanging baskets, window boxes, and spilling over the edges of raised beds. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It is known for its heat and drought tolerance, making it a low-maintenance and resilient addition to the garden. With its unique form, abundant blooms, and versatile growth habit, Scaevola aemula is a beloved favorite among gardeners seeking to add a touch of whimsical, Australian-inspired charm to their outdoor spaces.

Highlights Award Winner Heat Tolerant Deadheading Not Necessary Drought Tolerant
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 8 - 14 inches tall. 18 - 24 inches wide.
Moisture Tolerance Medium -
Tags Annual, Full Sun, Medium
Bloom Period Spring - Fall
Flower Color White

Photos of This with...

Whirlwind White Fan Flower, Superbells Double Orchid Calibrachoa, Supertunia Royal Velvet Petunia, Whirlwind Blue Fan Flower, Superbells Double Twilight Million Bells, Superbells Doublette Love Swept Calibrachoa, Superbells Lemon Slice Million Bells, Miss Lilac Superbells Million Bells, Superbells Red Calibrachoa, Silver Falls Dichondra, Diamond Snow Spurge, Diamond Frost Spurge, Stratosphere White Gaura, Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Lime Sweet Potato, Blue Mohawk Rush, Luscious Royale Lemon Tart Lantana, Laguna Dark Blue Lobelia, Kimberley Queen Fern, Boldly Hot Pink Geranium, Sky Rocket Fountain Grass, Super Cascade Blue Petunia, Supertunia Bermuda Beach Petunia, Supertunia Blue Skies Petunia, Supertunia Bordeaux Petunia, Supertunia Indigo Charm Petunia, Limoncello Supertunia, Supertunia Mini Vista Hot Pink Petunia, Supertunia Mini Vista Indigo Petunia, Supertunia Mini Vista Sangria Petunia, Supertunia Mini Vista White Petunia, Supertunia Picasso in Purple Petunia, Supertunia Really Red Petunia, Supertunia Sangria Charm Petunia, Supertunia Trailing Strawberry Pink Veined Petunia, Supertunia Vista Jazzberry, Supertunia White Petunia, Whirlwind Pink Fan Flower, Lemon Coral Stonecrop, ColorBlaze Torchlight Coleus, Persian Shield, Cake Pops Pink Tuberous Verbena,
 
Want More photos of this plant? Try Google Image Search!
 


Pricing and Availability History

Click a label to toggle visibility for that size

© North Shore Plant Club 2024. Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions.

Limited Availability

We try very hard to source exactly what you’d like, but sometimes growers run out of plants! While this variety is a great deal at the price shown, we know that it has limited availability. If you want the plant even if it might be more expensive, or in a different size or quantity -- after you place your order, just send us a quick note at help@northshoreplantclub.com. Then, we’ll try to get you some version of this from one of our growers. And if we can’t get it from anywhere, of course, we’ll send a refund!


Field-Grown vs. Greenhouse-Grown Plants

Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.

Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.


Benefits of Membership

Want a better way to get great plants and make your yard look awesome? Create your account below and get:

  • The best plants… from the same sources the pros use, but at near wholesale prices
  • More plants in more sizes than anywhere else… whether you’re looking for classics or rarities; annuals, perennials or shrubs; one plant or a whole yardful!
  • "No Contact" delivery or easy pick-up at a site near you without fighting the retail crowds. You choose!

Membership is free, but — since we rely on delivery and local pick-up — you have to live near one of our hubs (or be willing to drive to a site to pick them up). If you live farther away, and would like to help us bring the club to your neighbors, please email helpusgrow@northshoreplantclub.com.

Already a member?

Login

About Ordering From The Plant Club

To secure the best prices for club members and make sure we know the current plants available from each nursery, we take orders only a couple of times a month.

The next order is coming up soon. Here's a link to our ordering calendar. Shoot us an email at help@northshoreplantclub.com, and we'll be happy to talk about plants or let you know when it's time to buy them!


No Pricing or Availability Right Now

We order from a rotating cast of the best nurseries in the Great Lakes region. It looks like we've offered this plant in the past, but the nurseries we're working with this week don't appear to have it in stock at the moment.

Our goal is to bring as many plants together under "one roof" as possible, so we'll try hard to make it available again in the future!