Botanical Name: Scaevola aemula ‘Fairy™ Pink’ Common Name: Fan Flower Hardiness Zone: Grown as an Annual in All Climates (Perennial in USDA Zones 10–11) Size: 6–10" Tall × 14–20" Spread Growth Habit: Compact, Trailing, Well-Branched Habit Sunlight: Full Sun Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Sandy or Coastal Conditions Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding for Best Performance Features: Soft Pink Fan-Shaped Flowers, Compact Habit, Excellent Heat Tolerance, Self-Cleaning Uses: Hanging Baskets, Containers, Window Boxes, Edging, Groundcover-Style Plantings

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More About Scaevola ‘Fairy™ Pink’

Scaevola ‘Fairy™ Pink’ is a more compact, refined fan flower, producing delicate soft pink blooms along neatly trailing stems. The flowers have a lighter, airy presence compared to larger scaevola varieties, making this selection ideal for smaller containers and detailed mixed plantings. The Fairy™ Series was bred specifically for controlled growth, uniform branching, and excellent heat tolerance, delivering reliable performance without excessive spread.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Fairy™ Pink’ has been a dependable performer in tight spaces, thriving in full sun and high heat without stretching or thinning out. It blooms continuously without deadheading and maintains a tidy habit all season. We especially appreciate its design precision. This is a scaevola that works beautifully in window boxes, patio containers, and as a softer spiller where more vigorous varieties would overwhelm neighboring plants.

Fairy™ Pink vs. Other Scaevola Varieties

Fairy™ Pink is defined more by tone and mood than by raw performance. Compared to Surdiva® Fashion Pink, it has a looser habit and lighter branching, resulting in a softer, more flowing plant. Its pastel pink blooms feel airy and delicate, making it well-suited for romantic or cottage-style designs. It performs best in moderately sunny conditions and benefits from some protection during peak heat.

When set against Scalora® Suntastic and Surdiva® Blue Violet, Fairy™ Pink clearly prioritizes aesthetics over toughness. While it won’t match the season-long density of the Surdiva® Series, it holds its charm where conditions are favorable. In this lineup, Fairy™ Pink fills a specialty niche. It’s the right choice for gardeners designing with subtlety and restraint, particularly in mixed containers where softer transitions are desired.