The wishbone flower typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
wishbone flower
Torenia fournieri
The Wishbone Flower (Torenia fournieri) is a unique and vibrant plant. It is an annual or short-lived perennial with unique shaped flowers that come in shades of white, blue, pink, and purple. The leaves of this plant are oval and toothed. This plant produces long stems with tubular blooms and a ‘wishbone-like’ pattern in the center. As the name implies, the Wishbone Flower is a bee-friendly species, inviting pollinators to its flowers. It grows well in partial shade and is ideal for container gardening. Its striking colors and delicate appearance make it an attractive choice for any garden!
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.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
The wishbone flower typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
