annual
Petunia
Petunia × atkinsiana
Classic annual with trumpet-shaped flowers in an enormous range of colors. Perfect for containers, hanging baskets, and borders.
USDA Zones
2–11
Height
short (1–2 ft)
Bloom Season
April – October
Bloom Color
purple, pink, red, white, yellow, bicolor
Available Colors & Varieties
Purple Wave
Pink Wave
Red Velvet
White Carpet
Prism Sunshine Bicolor
Lavender Sky
🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
well-drained, fertile
Care Requirements
Water Needsmedium
Maintenancemedium
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Petunias need full sun and regular fertilizing. Deadhead or shear back mid-season to rejuvenate. Great for containers and window boxes.