Plant Profile: Torenia fournieri

The wishbone flower is a compact annual that showcases beautiful lilac-purple blooms with a striking two-tone effect. It thrives in partial sunlight to shaded areas, particularly in warmer summer regions. For optimal growth, it should be planted in rich, moist soil, and applying mulch can help keep the roots cool. Additionally, these plants can be brought indoors during the winter months.

This versatile flower is perfect for use in containers, hanging baskets, or at the forefront of a shaded border. To encourage a fuller appearance, regularly pinch back the stems. There is a wide range of varieties and cultivars available, offering an extended palette of colors.