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Trailing petunia is a warm-season flowering plant characterized by its low-growing, spreading to cascading growth habit. It performs well in sunny locations and adapts to a variety of climates with proper care. This variety establishes from seed with sufficient warmth and light and is suitable for hanging baskets, containers, borders, and ground cover planting. It prefers well-drained soil and consistent moisture for uniform growth and seasonal development.
Features
- Warm-season flowering plant with trailing, cascading growth
- Suitable for hanging baskets, containers, and ground cover
- Performs well in full sun conditions
- Adaptable to a range of well-drained soil types
- Consistent growth with regular watering
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Petunia × hybrida
- Common Name (US): Petunia
- Seed Type / Variety: Trailing Variety
- Growth Habit: Trailing, spreading plant
- USDA Zones: 9-11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
- Planting Season: Spring after last frost
- Growing Season: Warm season
- Sowing Season: January to March (indoors), March to May (outdoors in warm regions)
- Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 20-25°C; requires light for germination
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain even soil moisture
- Mature Plant Size: 15-30 cm height, 60-90 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 30-45 cm between plants
