{"product_id":"scaevola-humilis-purple-fusion","title":"Scaevola humilis 'Purple Fusion'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Fusion Fan Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eScaevola humilis\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Purple Fusion’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodeniaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eAustralia (hybrid\/selection of native Scaevola species)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen perennial groundcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eScaevola humilis\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Purple Fusion’ is a compact, fast-spreading native groundcover celebrated for its dense carpet of vivid purple fan-shaped flowers. Exceptionally well adapted to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, it thrives in heat, coastal winds, sandy soils and low-water conditions. Flowering from spring through autumn, it provides long-lasting colour with minimal maintenance, making it a standout for native, coastal, rockery, and waterwise gardens. Its bright green foliage remains fresh year-round and may develop soft bronze tones in winter or during dry spells. While not fragrant, the plant has a clean, fresh native aroma when handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.15–0.25 m H × 0.6–1.0 m W (spreading, trailing habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-50 cm (spread) per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-textured, mid-green to bright green semi-succulent leaves; may show bronze or reddish tints in cooler or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masses of vibrant purple fan-shaped blooms with lighter centres; flowers spring through autumn, with strongest display September–April\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely long flowering season; evergreen foliage provides year-round colour and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly attractive to bees, butterflies and native pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; heat-, wind-, and coastal-tolerant (front-line suitable); light frost tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 plants per m² for full groundcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs (large ingestion may cause mild stomach upset)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best flowering; tolerates light\/dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or loamy soil; thrives in alkaline and slightly saline coastal soils typical of SA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; monthly in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light trim after major flowering flushes to maintain density; avoid heavy fertilising—use a light, low-phosphorus native feed in early spring if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years in suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent across Mediterranean and coastal SA including Adelaide plains, Fleurieu, Yorke, and Eyre Peninsulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; tolerates slightly acidic if well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning coastal groundcover for windy, exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpills beautifully over rockeries, retaining walls, and embankments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for alfresco pots, troughs, and hanging baskets where flowers cascade over edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, low carpet for path edging or mass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent in waterwise, native, and modern Mediterranean gardens alongside Lomandra, Dianella, Grevillea, and Eremophila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Purple Fusion’ delivers a vibrant, long-season display with almost no fuss. It thrives in Adelaide’s heat, dry conditions, coastal exposure and sandy soils while supporting pollinators and offering year-round groundcover. Whether in pots, rockeries, verges or native beds, it provides reliable colour and resilience where many plants struggle. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48578297528572,"sku":"SCAE-HUMI-PURP-FUSI-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/scaevola-humilis-purple-fusion-fan-flower-140mm-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1764837113","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/scaevola-humilis-purple-fusion","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}