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Scrophulariaceae
Torenia( SUMMER WAVE® SERIES)
Wishbone Flower
Bred to be more heat tolerant than other torenias, these hybrids between Torenia fournieri and other torenia species produce relatively large flowers on long trailing stems. Tubular blooms with wide-flaring lips appear from spring until fall, continuing even through hot spells. Flower colors include blue, violet, white, and purple. Plants may be perennial in mild climates, but are used as bedding and container annuals in colder areas. Some self-sowing may occur. The paired mid-green leaves are oval and toothed.
Like most wishbone flowers, these have low drought tolerance and must be well watered when conditions are hot and dry. They need filtered bright light and organic-rich, evenly moist soil. They are ideal for hanging baskets, mixed borders, and walls. They are exceptional plants for annual plantings in areas with hot, sultry summers. Where there is no killing frost, wishbone flower may act as a short-lived perennial.
12 - 3
H1, H2, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Annual
Partial Sun, Partial Shade
2"-6" / 5.1cm - 15.2cm
12"-24" / 30.5cm - 61.0cm
Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall, Late Fall
Hybrid Origin
Acidic, Neutral
Well Drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Fast
Average Water
Clump-Forming
Spring, Summer, Fall
Showy
White, Blue, Purple, Rose, Lavender, Violet
Green
No
Single
Yes
Medium
Matte
Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Hanging Basket, Mixed Border
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