• Vibrant purple flowers of Scaevola aemula spread across the ground, exhibiting fan-shaped blossoms amid rich green foliage, perfect for adding a splash of color to garden beds.
  • A lush display of Scaevola aemula in black nursery pots, featuring dense, green leaves and profuse clusters of purple flowers, ideal for ground covers or container gardening.
  • Close-up of Scaevola aemula in a garden setting, showcasing vibrant green foliage and delicate white flowers with a hint of blue, thriving among natural leaf litter.
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Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula)

Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula)

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Why we love this plant!

Known for its unique fan-shaped flowers in shades of purple, blue, or white, this spreading groundcover adds colour and pollinator activity to the garden. A good option for sunny garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, or retaining wall edges, especially where low water use is preferred. Thrives in South East Queensland’s climate and flowers for extended periods, drawing in native bees and butterflies. Its dense habit also helps reduce soil erosion and suppress weeds.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Water regularly to keep soil lightly moist, particularly in dry or windy weather. Tolerates some drought once established.

Mulching preferences:

  • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, especially in warmer months.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A balanced fertiliser can be applied in spring to promote healthy growth and extended flowering.

Pruning preferences:

  • A light prune after flowering can help maintain shape and encourage dense growth.

Good to Know:

  • Blue-banded bees (Amegilla cingulata) – native bees frequently observed visiting Scaevola flowers.
  • Hoverflies (Syrphidae) – beneficial pollinators and natural pest controllers.
  • Small native butterflies, including species like the Grass-dart butterflies (Taractrocera spp.) and Common Grass-blue (Zizina labradus).

Plant Details
Common uses: Border planting, Container growing, Seasonal colour, Pollinator-friendly, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Courtyard garden, Colourful, and Textural interest
Expected Height Range: 0.1 m - 0.4 m
Spread Range: 0.5 m - 1 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Spring, Autumn, and Summer
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to southern Australia, including New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. It naturally grows in dry sclerophyll forests, coastal cliffs, foot‑slopes and plains, typically on sandy, well‑drained soils.
Leaf information: Bright green, spoon-shaped leaves with slightly toothed edges and a soft texture
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained soils, including sandy or loamy types, and thrives in moderately dry to moist conditions. Tolerant of coastal or low-nutrient soils, making it ideal for sunny, free-draining positions.
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