Diamond Scaevola

The Diamond Scaevola Plant produces short panicles of fan-shaped flowers atop dark, shiny green foliage with maroon stems. The five-petalled half-flowers, as viewed from the top, sometimes form a complete striking circle. Diamond boasts white fan flowers edged in lilac on a plant with a mounded, semi-trailing habit. These would look stunning at the edge of a pond or woven throughout a flagstone walkway!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in late spring after the last frost date when the soil has warmed

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5
• - Tolerates sandy or rocky soil but performs best in fertile, well-drained soil

Watering Specifics:

• - Water regularly, especially during hot weather, to keep the soil evenly moist
• - Once established, Scaevola is drought-tolerant but will perform better with consistent moisture

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time
• - Supplement with a water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

• - Remove spent blooms to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-resistant
• - Monitor for signs of root rot, particularly in poorly drained soil

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall, adding color to garden beds and containers

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Heat-tolerant and performs well in hot, dry conditions
• - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Scaevola:

• - Calibrachoa: Their trailing habit and abundant flowers create a vibrant display with Scaevola
• - Lantana: These heat-tolerant, colorful plants complement Scaevola’s fan-shaped blooms
• - Verbena: Their clusters of small flowers provide a striking contrast with Scaevola’s unique blooms
• - Bacopa: The small, delicate flowers of Bacopa add texture and interest to container plantings with Scaevola
• - Petunias: Their bold colors and trailing habit pair well with Scaevola in garden beds and hanging baskets