Orlando Sentinel: Plant Doctor: Why are torenia plants called the wishbone flower? Question: We like to grow torenia during the summer. Why is it also called wishbone flower?

Understanding the Context

Answer: Gardeners that grow torenia may just be a bit lucky. If you are making a bouquet or using them in ... Plants have come and gone in our garden. But one small bloom, torenia - or wishbone flower, is still a summer favorite.

Key Insights

I fell for the charming, profuse blooms in the 1980s when looking for ... Heat-tolerant plants like zinnias, sunflowers, King’s Mantle, Crinums, and perennial salvias thrive in high temperatures. Torenia (Wishbone Flower), sweet alyssum, Euphorbia ‘Diamond Frost,’ and ... Looking for a plant to use as a mixer for a shady container garden? Wishbone flower (Torenia fournieri 'Moon Indigo') is a great choice.

Final Thoughts

The foliage is a nice medium green in color, with 1-inch leaves ... NOLA.com: The wishbone flower blooms beautifully in heat and humidity, a perfect plant for South Louisiana summers The Kauai series wishbone flower is a Louisiana Super Plant selection for spring 2014. (Courtesy of Dan Gill) Gardeners often wish for colorful bedding plants that will thrive in our long, hot, humid ... The wishbone flower blooms beautifully in heat and humidity, a perfect plant for South Louisiana summers