How to Grow Torenia

In the landscape, plant torenia in moist, rich soil in an area that is partly shady. You can start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the expected last frost, or sow seed directly in the garden just before the last frost date. Expect germination in 10 to 15 days at about 70°F.

Can torenia take full sun?
How do you care for a torenia?
How much sun does torenia need?
Will torenia grow in shade?
Does torenia spread?
Is torenia a perennial?
Why did my torenia stop blooming?
Is torenia poisonous?
Why is my torenia drooping?
Can you cut back torenia?
Do bees like torenia?
What do torenia seeds look like?

Can torenia take full sun?

Treat your indoor torenia to the indirect but bright light of a north or east facing window. Keep your soil moist, just as you would for your outdoor torenia. Feed your indoor plant monthly with a fertilizer high in phosphorous. This will support your plant's ability to bloom.

How do you care for a torenia?

Summer Wave® torenia plants prefer a moist, fertile soil but will tolerate occasional lapses in watering. They will perform best when planted in partial shade. Water regularly, but do not allow the plants to sit in water and become soggy. Fertilizing every two to four weeks will help encourage growth.

How much sun does torenia need?

Wishbone Flower Plant Profile

Botanical Name	Torenia fournieri
Mature Size	6 to 18 inches tall (depending on the variety)
Sun Exposure	Partial shade to full shade
Soil Type	Loam, medium moisture, well-draining
Soil pH	6 to 6.5

Will torenia grow in shade?

Seeds of the Torenia wishbone flower need light to germinate; cover lightly or simply press them gently into moist soil. ... In fact, even in the hottest areas, the wishbone flower plant will bloom profusely in a mostly shaded area.

Does torenia spread?

For the Birds. Native to Asia and Africa, this bushy plant grows seven to 12 inches tall and spreads six to eight inches. But it's not aggressive or invasive, so there's no need to fear a takeover.

Is torenia a perennial?

A low-maintenance plant usually grown as an annual, torenia is perennial in the warm climates of U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 11. Grow this versatile plant almost anywhere, including flower beds, borders, containers, window boxes and hanging baskets.

Why did my torenia stop blooming?

I don't know how you prepared the bed, but one common reason for plants to yellow and stop blooming is lack of nutrients. You might try a balanced foliar feed such as Miracle-Gro or try scratching in some balanced fertilizer around the plants as a "side dressing" especially if you did not add any at planting time.

Is torenia poisonous?

Torenia is deer resistant and attracts pollinators, especially hummingbirds. Is the plant considered toxic or poisonous to people, kids, pets? Clown flower is considered ornamental only. There is no evidence that it is at all toxic.

Why is my torenia drooping?

Too much direct hot sunlight, or too much heat in general, can be a problem. Your plant may suffer wilting during the hotter parts of the year. This is also true in stiflingly-warm humidity. Try to provide plenty of airflow around your plants, but keep them in a cooler location.

Can you cut back torenia?

The Torenia fournieri, also known as the wishbone flower is an annual bloomer which flowers in summer and fall. ... The flower tends to have weak stems, so pruning torenia will help keep it strong and healthy. Remove spent blooms as soon as they die off. Use gloved fingers to pinch off the petals.

Do bees like torenia?

Are torenias good pollinator plants? Yes, they attract bees to the garden.

What do torenia seeds look like?

See pod on right for a look at the seeds. They are the size of a grain of play sound (about) and tan to white in color. Seeds will fall out and germinate if they fall on moist soil. Seedlings appear in about 7 days and the leaves are oval and small.