Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Linderniaceae

Genus:

Torenia

Species:

Torenia fournieri

USDA Symbol:

TOFO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

purple, blue, violet, white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded or semi-shaded areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination; do not cover. Germinates best at 70-75°F.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI