Scaevola albida ‘White Mist’ – Fan Flower

Scaevola albida - fan flower 'White Mist'

Scaevola albida - 'White Mist'
Scaevola albida - 'White Mist'

The outstanding mass displays of snow white flowers on a vigorous ground covering plant are the key features of this relatively long lived fan flower. It makes a great feature, border, pot or hanging basket plant. A light trim at the end of its spring flowering flush is the only maintenance required and this is only necessary if the plant is looking untidy.

Family : Goodeniaceae

Cultivar Name: White Mist

Plant Type : Ground cover

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Scaevola albida

Common Name : Fan Flower

Height : 0.4

Flower Color : White

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects