Petunia Seeds grow into annual, bushy plants with soft, green foliage and trumpet-shaped flowers in a wide range of colors including pink, purple, red, white, yellow, and bi-color varieties. They thrive in temperate climates with full sun and well-draining, fertile soil. Petunias are ideal for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and container planting, providing long-lasting blooms from spring through fall.
Features
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Annual, bushy growth habit
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Produces trumpet-shaped flowers in pink, purple, red, white, yellow, or bi-color
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides long-lasting blooms throughout the growing season
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Petunia spp.
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Common Name (US): Petunia
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Bushy annual
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USDA Zones: 9-11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days, keep soil moist, light required
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 6-18 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants