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Torenia Magenta Moon

Scientific Name: Torenia 'Danmoon17'

Also Known As

  • Torenia 'Magenta Moon'
  • Magenta Moon Wishbone Plant

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Torenia Magenta Moon plant details

Torenia Magenta Moon is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer apricot and magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Torenia Magenta Moon

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: linderniaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot and magenta blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, trailing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Torenia Magenta Moon

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shade- loving torenia is a reliable little bloomer, and it looks elegant combined with creamy yellow impatiens and small ferns in bright shade. Provide evenly moist, organic soils that are well-drained. Easy care.
The Moon Series of Torenia, or Wishbone Plant as it is commonly known, adds vivid color to your gardens and containers. This selection bears apricot and magenta blossoms with a dark magenta eye. Trailing habit makes it perfect for containers and window boxes. 4-6" tall and sprawling.

Gardening facts about Torenia Magenta Moon plant

How to Grow Torenia Magenta Moon

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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