Botanical Name: Torenia fournieri ‘Yellow Moon™’

Common Name: Torenia, Wishbone Flower

Hardiness Zone: Grown as an annual in all climates (perennial in USDA Zones 10–11)

Size: 10–14" tall × 12–18" wide

Growth Habit: Compact, mounded, well-branched

Sunlight: Partial Shade to Full Shade (tolerates morning sun)

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil or high-quality potting mix

Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, regular feeding during active growth

Features: Soft yellow blooms, warm tones, heat tolerant, self-cleaning, shade-loving

Uses: Containers, hanging baskets, window boxes, shaded borders, mass plantings

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation prohibited without license

More About Torenia ‘Yellow Moon™’

Torenia ‘Yellow Moon™’ offers a softer, more unexpected color for shade gardens, where yellows are rarely successful without washing out. The blooms carry a warm, buttery tone that reads bright without being harsh, making it an excellent companion to deeper blues, purples, and rich foliage. Plants maintain a neat, compact shape that stays attractive all season. As part of the Moon Series, ‘Yellow Moon™’ shares the same dependable branching, uniform habit, and strong heat performance as its Blue, Purple, and White counterparts. 

It continues blooming steadily through summer humidity without stretching or thinning, and the self-cleaning flowers reduce maintenance. This reliability makes it a strong choice for containers and high-traffic areas. ‘Yellow Moon™’ shines in mixed shade containers where it can act as a highlight color, lifting darker combinations without overpowering them. It pairs especially well with Purple Moon™ for contrast or White Moon™ for a softer, luminous look. When you want warmth and brightness in shade—without sacrificing performance—‘Yellow Moon™’ fills that role beautifully.