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SCAEVOLA Sapphire Skies |

SCAEVOLA nitida

Shining Fan Flower or Sapphire Skies

SKU: F 64
Stock: In Stock

Family: Goodeniaceae
Characteristics: Shrub 0.3-3 metres depending on conditions

Seed per packet: Approx. 30
Seed per gram: Approx. 100

Size:
$4.25 AUD Excl. GST

The Shining Fan Flower is a hardy and drought-tolerant shrub with small to medium-sized bushy structure with, lightly toothed leaves and produces a profusion of sapphire blue flowers from spring to early summer.

This plant is ideal for coastal regions as its thick fleshy leaves can withstand constant sand and salt spray. In protected positions, the plant can grow up to 3 meters tall while in more exposed areas, it becomes a spreading plant with lower growth. It is a very useful plant for the regeneration of coastal dunes and an attractive addition to garden beds, pots, and tubs.

Scaevola occurs naturally in the coastal regions of South Western Australia. It adapts well to most well-drained soils in an open sunny position and tolerates full coastal exposure.

Seed can be sown throughout the year in many parts of Australia, but it is generally recommended to sow it in spring or autumn in temperate climates, avoiding the coldest and hottest months of the year. The optimal temperature for germination is around 18-22°C.
Sow the seed, use a porous seed-raising mix and cover it lightly.
Place it in a warm, shaded or semi-shaded position to avoid drying out. The growing medium should be well-draining but remain moist between watering.

Germination should occur within 21-60 days, depending on the temperature and conditions. It is recommended to pre-treat the seed with smoke, as many members of this genus are responsive to this pre-treatment. Although germination may occur without smoke pre-treatment, it has been proven beneficial in reducing the number of days to germination and increasing germination rates in this species.

Smoke treatments are simple and can be performed by soaking the seed overnight or applying it to the surface after sowing to get good results. Smoke treatments are available by clicking here.

Please note:
These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.

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