Whirlwind Blue Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula 'Whirlwind Blue')
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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. |
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Highlights | Best Seller Award Winner Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer Long Blooming Heat Tolerant Deadheading Not Necessary Drought Tolerant |
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Mature Size | 8 - 14 inches tall. 18 - 24 inches wide. |
Moisture Tolerance | Medium - |
Tags | Annual, Full Sun, Medium |
Bloom Period | Spring - Fall |
Flower Color | Blue-purple
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Photos of This with...Whirlwind Blue Fan Flower, Diamond Frost Spurge, Superbells Coral Sun Million Bells, Blue Mohawk Rush, Luscious Goldengate Lantana, Supertunia Really Red Petunia, Supertunia Royal Velvet Petunia, Whirlwind White Fan Flower, Angelface Blue Improved Summer Snapdragon, Superbells Blue Calibrachoa, Superbells Pink Calibrachoa, Ladybird Lemonade Texas Primrose, Prince Tut Papyrus, Queen Tut Papyrus, Silver Falls Dichondra, Diamond Snow Spurge, Plantain Lily, Sweet Caroline Bewitched After Midnight Sweet Potato, Sweet Caroline Jet Black Sweet Potato, Patti's Pink Laurentia, Luscious Pinkberry Blend Lantana, Laguna Sky Blue Lobelia, Super Cascade Blue Petunia, Supertunia Bermuda Beach Petunia, Supertunia Bordeaux Petunia, Supertunia Mini Vista Ultramarine, Mini Vista Violet Star Petunia, Playin' the Blues Salvia, Meteor Shower Verbena, Cake Pops Pink Tuberous Verbena, |
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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!
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.
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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!