Tough, compact and perfect for modern gardens
Scaevola aemula Blue Ribbon is a compact flowering Australian native groundcover featuring vibrant blue-purple fan flowers across lush green foliage. Ideal for Melbourne gardens, Blue Ribbon performs beautifully in hanging baskets, borders, retaining walls and coastal landscapes. Its spreading habit creates dense coverage while delivering continuous colour through the warmer months. Drought tolerant, low maintenance and highly versatile, this hardy native is perfect for adding soft cascading colour to modern Australian garden designs.
Plant Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Scaevola aemula ‘Blue Ribbon’ |
| Common Name | Blue Ribbon Fan Flower |
| Plant Type | Native Groundcover |
| Height | 15cm – 25cm |
| Width | 60cm – 1m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Watering | Low once established |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Foliage | Green |
| Flower Colour | Blue-Purple |
| Uses | Groundcover, Hanging Baskets, Pots, Borders, Coastal Gardens |
| Maintenance | Very Low |
Bright blue blooms with effortless Australian style
Scaevola aemula Blue Ribbon delivers brilliant flowering colour with the resilience Australian gardens demand. Its compact trailing form makes it perfect for spilling over walls, brightening containers or filling garden spaces with long-lasting blooms. Tough enough for coastal exposure and dry conditions, Blue Ribbon offers effortless native beauty with minimal upkeep required.
