Species wishbone flower Guide

wishbone flower

Torenia fournieri

Cycle:

Annual

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Stem Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

2 - 11

Flowers:

Pale violet and dark purple bicolor Flowers

Sun:

part shade,part sun/part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

bronze,green,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The Wishbone Flower does best when kept slightly moist. Water this plant when the surface of the soil begins to dry, typically every 7-10 days. Watering should be done in the morning with lukewarm water to allow time for the plant to dry off before the night settles in. When giving the Wishbone Flower a thorough watering, it is best to moisten the soil 2-3 inches deep. Watering should be reduced during winter when the plant is dormant. However, the soil should never completely dry out. There should always be some moisture present.

sunlight

Wishbone flower, or Torenia fournieri, requires at least 6 hours of sunlight each day to thrive. When grown outdoors, the plant does best in full sun or part sun conditions, meaning 6-8 hours of sunlight is ideal. When grown indoors, the flowers should receive bright, indirect sunlight, similar to an east-facing window. During the summer months, the wishbone flower will appreciate a few hours of shade, especially when grown in hot climates. During the spring and fall, the plant can handle full sun, as long as temperatures are not too extreme.

pruning

Wishbone flower requires regular but light pruning to maintain a neat, bushy shape. For best results, prune in early spring before new growth begins. Remove any weak, spindly stems, faded flower heads, and dead foliage to encourage bushy, vigorous growth. Prune flower stems back to the base of the plant to promote a higher flower yield. To keep the plant compact, pinch back the stems and blooms after they have finished flowering.