Torenia White

Cheerful wishbone flowers — a vibrant, low-maintenance seasonal plant for shaded gardens and verandas.

Torenia (Wishbone Flower) is a delightful seasonal outdoor plant that thrives in the partial shade conditions common in Mauritian gardens and verandas. Its small, trumpet-shaped blooms flower prolifically throughout the season with minimal care. An excellent choice for borders, hanging baskets, containers and shaded garden beds where other flowering plants struggle.

Care

• Light: Partial shade — gentle morning sunlight is ideal; avoid harsh afternoon sun
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist; water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry
• Soil: Well-draining, moisture-retentive soil enriched with compost
• Temperature: Warm tropical conditions — thrives in Mauritius' climate
• Difficulty: Easy
• Pet friendly: Yes — non-toxic to cats and dogs

Care tips

• Morning sunlight with afternoon shade is the ideal position.
• Water consistently — never let the soil dry out completely.
• Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer to keep blooms coming.
• Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Scientific name: Torenia fournieri