LIFE CYCLE
Perennial-like
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Mediterranean
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Primarily ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Flowering ornamental plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
10–15 inches
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
10–15 inches
WATER NEEDS
Full Sun
HARDINESS ZONES
zones 4–8
CONTAINER GARDEN
Excellent
PLANT SPACING
6–9 inches
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool season
Frequently Asked Questions
Is "rose pink" a true red-toned pink, or closer to a standard bubblegum pink?
Is "rose pink" a true red-toned pink, or closer to a standard bubblegum pink?
"Rose pink" typically leans toward a slightly deeper, red-tinted pink reminiscent of classic rose blooms, rather than a lighter, cooler-toned pink.
Are hanging basket petunias more vulnerable to weather damage than bedded ones?
Are hanging basket petunias more vulnerable to weather damage than bedded ones?
Yes, their thinner trailing stems and increased air exposure in baskets can make them more prone to wind and rain damage compared to petunias grown directly in garden beds.
Do container-grown petunias need more frequent feeding than those in garden beds?
Do container-grown petunias need more frequent feeding than those in garden beds?
Yes, container soil loses nutrients faster through watering, so hanging basket petunias generally need more frequent fertilizing to maintain strong, continuous blooms.
The listing repeats "10–15 inches" for both height and light requirement — is that a mistake?
The listing repeats "10–15 inches" for both height and light requirement — is that a mistake?
Yes, that figure is almost certainly meant only for plant height; it shouldn't be read as a light exposure guideline.
How many plants are typically needed to fill a standard hanging basket?
How many plants are typically needed to fill a standard hanging basket?
A standard 10–12 inch hanging basket commonly uses three to five petunia plants to achieve a full, cascading look by mid-season.
Why do petunias sometimes need a "haircut" mid-summer?
Why do petunias sometimes need a "haircut" mid-summer?
Petunias can get leggy and stop blooming as heavily by midsummer, and trimming them back hard encourages fresh, bushier regrowth and renewed flowering.