Petunia Seeds – Petunia × hybrida Flower Plant

Petunia is a flowering annual known for its abundant trumpet-shaped blooms and mounding to spreading growth habit. Plants produce continuous flowers in a wide range of colors throughout the growing season, making them suitable for garden beds, borders, containers, hanging baskets, and landscape plantings. This species performs best in full sun and well-drained soil with regular moisture. Garden Petunia is widely cultivated for its long flowering period and versatility in ornamental gardens.

Features

• Mounding to spreading flowering annual
• Produces abundant trumpet-shaped blooms
• Suitable for beds, borders, containers, and hanging baskets
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Provides continuous seasonal color
• Performs well in well-drained soils
• Suitable for ornamental landscape plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Petunia × hybrida
• Common Name (US): Garden Petunia
• Seed Type / Variety: Petunia × hybrida
• Growth Habit: Annual flowering plant
• USDA Zones: 9-11 (commonly grown as an annual in other zones)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: January-April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C); surface sow for best results
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Mature Plant Size: 6-18 inches tall, 12-36 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches apart