| Description | Torenia Moon series (Torenia) are plants that thrive in the shaded parts of the garden. Comes in yellow, magenta and blue. |
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| Pronunciation | (tor-EEE-nee-ah)(for-NEER-eye) |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennial Tender, Site author's observations |
| Hardiness Zone | 10-11 |
| Sunlight | Although I have seen this listed as growing in full sun, I think this may be a push. I have found that it grows best in semi-shade, dappled shade with a some full sun |
| Moisture | average to moist |
| Soil & Site | needs well drained |
| Growing Media | average patio |
| Temperature | cool |
| Flowers | yellow, magenta, blue |
| Dimensions | 6 by 10 inches (HS) |
| Maintenance | dead head, if some leaves, especially the ones that are packed inside are getting mushy remove to promote air circulation |
| Propagation | cuttings, tiny seeds |
| Misc Facts | The genus name honors Olof Toren (1718-1753) of the Swedish East India Company, who was a friend of Linnaeus. |
| Author's Notes | Having grown this plant a few times I have found that it grew best for me where it got some shade. AKA: Wishbone Flower Moon series |
| Notes & Reference | #109-Annuals and Tender Perennials for North American Gardens (Wayne Winterrowd) |
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