Petunia × hybrida
Petunia
Common names: Garden petunia, Hanging petunia
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Description
The petunia is the undisputed queen of balcony boxes and trellises: from May until the first frost it showers itself with funnel‑shaped flowers in almost every color, from pure white through pink and red to deep violet. Hanging and compact varieties grow in dense cascades of blooms that continue to flower all summer without pause—provided they receive plenty of water and nutrients.
Care instructions
Plant after the last frost in mid‑May in nutrient‑rich soil at a warm, sunny spot—petunias are frost sensitive. Water daily, especially on hot days in the morning and evening, and fertilize weekly, as petunias are heavy feeders and otherwise bloom sparsely. Remove faded and sticky flowers regularly, especially after rain. A light pruning in midsummer stimulates tangled plants to produce fresh, dense new growth.
Companion planting
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