Petunia
Petunia × atkinsiana · Family Solanaceae
Also known as: surfinia, trailing petunia, bedding petunia
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 2 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
Hanging baskets, window boxes and sunny patio containers.
Light
Full sun. In shade it flowers poorly and grows straggly.
Watering
Water often in summer; baskets may need it daily. Don't let them dry out.
About the plant
One of the most popular bedding plants, with trumpet-shaped flowers in almost every colour. It is great for window boxes and hanging baskets. It flowers non-stop when it gets sun and regular water.
Origin
A hybrid of species native to southern South America, such as Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay.
What it likes
- Full sun
- Frequent watering
- Feeding for flowers
What it dislikes
- Shade
- Heavy rain on the flowers
- Soggy compost
Did you know?
The name comes from petun, the Tupi-Guarani word for tobacco; both plants are in the same family.
