Scaevola aemula Surdiva Blue

Scaevola aemula Surdiva Blue, also known as the fairy fan flower, is a fast-growing annual plant that forms a dense, beautiful dome of vegetation covered in azure-blue fan-shaped flowers. It will cover your pots in just a few weeks, bringing life to a patio or balcony from spring to the end of summer

Scaevola aemula Surdiva Blue belongs to the Goodeniaceae family. Its wild ancestor is native to the southeastern coasts of Australia. It is a tender subtropical plant that is perennial in its native habitat, but grown as an annual in our climates. Surdiva Blue grows rapidly and reaches a height of 40cm (16in) and a width of 50cm (20in). Its stems are flexible and long, making it an ideal candidate for pots. The dark green foliage is thick, with a glossy and granulated surface. It is theoretically evergreen if there is no frost. It blooms from April to autumn. The flowers are grouped in long spikes that emerge from the axils of the leaves. Each flower has 5 blue petals arranged in a fan shape.

When grown in pots, Scaevola aemula Surdiva Blue requires regular watering during the summer period, but not in excess. We recommend letting the substrate dry slightly between waterings and using containers with drainage holes to prevent water from stagnating. It is a great plant for pots and containers. It naturally pairs well with its white-flowered sister Scaevola aemula Surdiva Blanc, bidens, or nemesias. It also looks stunning with Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum'.

Our young plug plants are professional products reserved for experienced gardeners. Upon receipt, transplant and store them in shelters (veranda, greenhouse, cold frame) at a temperature above 14°C (57.2°F) for a few weeks before being planted outdoors once the risk of frost has passed.