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Petunia Hybrida Seeds - Sparklers
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Petunia (Petunia hybrida Sparklers) - The first ever star-shaped petunia from seed! A white version of this uniquely-shaped flower was originally sent to us by a customer in 1998. After 10 years of breeding and many generations of selection, the perfect star shape was obtained as well as this fabulous range of colors.MORE PETUNIA OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70 - 77F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Lightly cover the seed with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
14 inches
Petunia (Petunia hybrida Sparklers) - The first ever star-shaped petunia from seed! A white version of this uniquely-shaped flower was originally sent to us by a customer in 1998. After 10 years of breeding and many generations of selection, the perfect star shape was obtained as well as this fabulous range of colors. Even the foliage of Petunia x hybrid 'Sparklers' is unusual, being pointed rather than rounded. Grow this striking variety in containers or let its spreading stems spill over the edges of hanging baskets for a most unusual summer display. Fleuroselect Approved Novelty.
How to Grow Petunias from Seed: Sow Petunia seeds indoors 10 - 12 weeks before planting out. The flower seeds are extremely tiny, so press them gently onto the soil surface without covering, and keep the soil wet for the best germination. Placing the trays or containers on top of the refrigerator is beneficial as the heat from the appliance keeps the flower seeds consistently warm. Five or six weeks after sowing the seeds, transplant the seedlings into 3 inch pots, and grow on in cooler temperatures with plenty of light. Harden young plants for 10 - 14 days before planting outdoors after last frost date. When planting outdoors, pinch the young seedlings back to encourage branching.
Common Questions
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, you will need to deadhead your flowers to encourage more blooms.
Do petunia’s attract any pollinators?
Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds both enjoy these flowers.
What are some good ways to use in my landscape?
Beds, borders, edging, ground cover, hanging baskets or containers are all wonderful ways to use petunia’s around your garden or landscape.
My plants leaves are turning yellow, why?
Yellow leaves are a sign of low nitrogen or iron, not enough water, not enough sunlight or poor drainage. Review your growing conditions to try and determine the cause.
My flowers and leaves are looking wilted, what do I do?
Check soil moisture, it is most likely that your plant needs more water.
What are some common companion plants?
Geraniums, osteopermum, verbena and salvia all are beautiful companion plants.
