Rose Moon Torenia Plant

The Rose Moon Torenia Plant has somewhat delicate and girly appearing blossoms of the palest pink, almost appearing white at times! The side cheek petals of each Wishbone Flower blushes in shades from lavender pink on the outside margin to deep rosy-pink in the center. The lower lip is pastel lavender-pink with a pouty center dimple and that signature yellow tongue.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5

Watering Specifics:

• - Avoid letting the soil dry out completely between waterings

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch back stems early in the season to encourage bushier growth
• - Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for common pests like aphids and whiteflies

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in partial shade, especially in hot climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Sensitive to heat; provide extra water during hot spells
• - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Torenia:

• - Begonias: With their shade-loving nature, begonias make a great companion with their colorful blooms
• - Coleus: The vibrant foliage of coleus contrasts beautifully with torenia’s flowers
• - Impatiens: These colorful, shade-loving plants complement torenia in both color and growing conditions
• - Ferns: The lush, green fronds of ferns add texture and depth to a torenia planting