Dune Fan-flower (Scaevola Calendulacea) is a perennial shrub in the Goodeniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A prostrate, mat-forming shrub with fan-shaped blue to purple flowers, native to Australian coastal dunes.

Dune Fan-flower

Dune Fan-flower

Scaevola Calendulacea

A prostrate, mat-forming shrub with fan-shaped blue to purple flowers, native to Australian coastal dunes.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dune Fan-flower

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Goodeniaceae
Genus:Scaevola