Petunia
Petunia
The most popular annual for hanging baskets, balconies and the front of flower beds. It blooms profusely all summer with large gramophone flowers. Loves sun, warmth and regular feeding.
Stages of growth
Calendar in the garden
How to care
From a spray bottle, not allowing it to dry out
- •The seeds are very small - sow on top of the soil without sprinkling
- •Cover with film until germination (5–10 days)
- •Lighting is required for strong seedlings
Difficulty growing
Requires basic knowledge and regular care.
Growing conditions
Nice neighbors.
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(3)
Most often: there is not enough light, there is not enough potassium and phosphorus, there has been no feeding for a long time, or the flower has “gone green” due to excess nitrogen. Feed with fertilizer for flowering plants.
Technically, yes, bring it indoors and take cuttings in February, but it’s easier to re-grow the seedlings every year or buy a new one in a pot.
Often this is powdery mildew or spider mites - treat with a fungicide and acaricide. Another reason is severe waterlogging or, conversely, drying out of the root ball in the heat.
Role in the garden
The star of container gardening. Suitable for hanging planters, balcony boxes, borders and the foreground of flower beds. Creates a continuous flowering carpet.
*For reference: the plant is grown primarily as an ornamental.
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