Petunias come in an almost unlimited assortment of colors, shapes, and sizes. From compact types with dime-sized blooms to trailing types that form massive 3-foot-tall mounds, there's a petunia to fit any garden situation. You can use petunias on their own in beds and borders or pack them into containers and baskets with other sun-loving bloomers.
Petunias are popular flowering annuals that are available in many colors, sizes and growth habits
Their flowers and fragrant scent make them a favorite choice
Add color and texture to any flower bed by using petunias to compliment the perennials and shrubs in your landscape
Petunias are low maintenance, and most new varieties don't require deadheading; if they get leggy in mid-summer, cut them by one third and they'll perform beautifully well into fall
Petunias adore the sun producing vibrant blooms late summer through early fall
Additional soil may be required based on type of decorative container size and volume
Petunias are versatile annuals available from early spring to fall; Use them as a stand alone or mix them with other annuals for a showcase container combo
Feed with compost in landscape beds or with an all purpose fertilizer as needed in pots and containers; follow label instructions
Trim dead or yellowing leaves to keep the plant healthy and encourage growth.