Scaevola aemula

Growing Guide, Production Protocols, and Danziger Series Overview

Cultivation & Growing Guidelines

Scaevola aemula, commonly known as ‘fan flower’, belongs to the Goodeniaceae family and is valued for its distinctive fan-shaped blooms and excellent heat and drought tolerance. Thriving in full sun, well-drained soil, and low to moderate fertility, Scaevola is a low-maintenance, season-long bloomer ideal for hanging baskets, mixed containers, and sun-drenched landscape beds. Its naturally trailing habit and self-cleaning flowers make it a favorite for growers and gardeners alike.

For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Scaevola Growing Tips.

Commercial Scaevola Series Overview

Danziger’s Scaevola breeding focuses on strong branching, uniform flowering, and vibrant colors designed for reliable production and standout retail presentation, offering three dedicated series within this crop:

• TOUCH™ – A vigorous, semi-trailing series with abundant fan-shaped blooms and excellent garden performance. TOUCH™ fills baskets and combos quickly and holds up beautifully in extreme heat and humidity.
• BLESSING™ – A compact, well-branched Scaevola ideal for quarts and smaller pots. Early to flower with a tidy habit, BLESSING™ delivers strong color and structure for high-density programs and premium retail displays.
• BALI™ – An early-flowering Scaevola series with a naturally compact habit, strong branching, and striking blooms. BALI™ offers easy production with minimal PGRs while creating full, colorful baskets and combos with outstanding retail appeal.