Whirlwind Starlight Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula 'Whirlwind Starlight')
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Perennial (usually grown as an annual near you) in the Goodeniaceae Family | |
Teaser | Whorls of blue and white blooms on heat and drought resistant plants. |
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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ConsThis plant is probably not winter-hardy outdoors where you live. |
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Highlights | Award Winner Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer Long Blooming Heat Tolerant Deadheading Not Necessary Drought Tolerant |
Plant Data | |
Mature Size | 8 - 14 inches tall. 18 - 24 inches wide. |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance | Medium |
Zones | 10a - 11b (Usually hardy to 30° F) |
Tags | Annual in Chicago, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Deer Resistant, Full Sun, Good for Beginners, Medium, Perennial, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Spillers, Tender Perennial |
Bloom Period | Spring - Fall |
Flower Color | Blue and White
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Photos of This with...Whirlwind Starlight Fan Flower, Supertunia Royal Velvet Petunia, Superbells Blue Moon Punch Calibrachoa, Superbells Double Chiffon Calibrachoa, Fairy Dust Pink Cuphea, Supertunia Mini Vista Pink Star Petunia, Double Up White Begonia, Superbells Doublette Love Swept Calibrachoa, Superbells Holy Smokes! Calibrachoa, Superbells Honeyberry Million Bells, Superbells Yellow Chiffon Calibrachoa, Ladybird Lemonade Texas Primrose, Patti's Pink Laurentia, Supertunia Mini Vista White Petunia, Persian Shield, Catalina Grape-o-Licious Wishbone Flower, Summer Wave Large Violet Wishbone Flower, Superbena Large Lilac Blue Verbena, Superbena Whiteout Verbena, Meteor Shower Verbena, Cake Pops Purple 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!