Scaevola Blue Torch

Scaevola 'Blue Torch' is a compact, low-growing perennial renowned for its vibrant blue, fan-shaped flowers and lush green foliage. This plant is native to Australia and is commonly used in gardens and landscapes for its hardiness and ornamental appeal.

Plant Description:

• Foliage: Features slightly arching, deep green leaves that provide a dense, mounded appearance.
• Flowers: Produces abundant deep blue, fan-shaped flowers that bloom profusely from late spring through fall.

Growing Zones:

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11. In cooler climates, it is often grown as an annual.

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm).
• Width: Spreads up to 24 inches (60 cm).

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; tolerates a range of soil types.
• Watering: Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry periods.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring to promote vigorous growth and flowering.

Uses in Landscaping:

• Ground Cover: Ideal for covering bare spots in the garden due to its spreading habit.
• Borders and Edging: Provides a neat, colorful edge along walkways and garden beds.
• Containers and Hanging Baskets: Its trailing nature makes it perfect for adding a cascading effect.
• Rock Gardens: Complements rocky landscapes with its low-growing form and vibrant blooms.

Native Range: Scaevola 'Blue Torch' originates from Australia, where it thrives in coastal regions and open forests.

Maintenance Tips:

• Pruning: Deadheading is not necessary, as the plant is self-cleaning. However, trimming back occasionally can encourage a bushier growth habit.
• Pest and Disease Control: Generally pest-free; ensure good air circulation to prevent potential fungal issues.
• Overwintering: In zones cooler than 10, consider growing it as an annual or bringing containers indoors before the first frost.

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 We WILL NOT refund the purchase of or the shipping cost of live plants purchased with the intent to be shipped to states that do not authorize importing live plants or to states with restrictions! Purchases to these states will be held for 30 days for pick-up at our Slidell, Louisiana store and the shipping cost associated with these purchases will be held for the care of the plant while waiting to be picked up. All sales are final. If the plant(s) purchased are not picked up within 30 days from the date of order, these items will be returned to our sales inventory and you WILL NOT be refunded. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.