Petunia

Overview

Petunias are a popular annual with funnel-shaped flowers that come in a wide variety of colors. They can be used for color masses, borders, containers, hanging baskets or as a seasonal groundcover. Plant them in the spring as soon as the frost is over.

Water

Bedded plants need about one deep watering per week. Water when the top 5 inches of the soil is dry. Avoid watering shallowly, as this encourages shallow roots. Petunias in containers require more watering since they dry out faster.

Light

Full sun. Requires 5-6 hours of direct sunlight. However, in the heat of the summer partial shade is good.

Soil

Prefers fertile soil which drains well and is neutral to slightly acid (pH 6.0 to 7.0). Light, sandy soil is ideal.

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