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Torenia 'Dantopur' (Purple Moon)

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type annual
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height
Spread 0.8 - 1 m (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Torenia 'Dantopur' (Purple Moon) (wishbone flower) bears showy, medium purple and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-summer to mid-autumn. This annual is low trailing in form - clump forming and has greyish green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Border, container, edging, hanging basket and house plant.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Torenia 'Dantopur' (Purple Moon) (wishbone flower) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.