Petunia (Petunia Multiflora F2 Picotee Mix) - These lovely annuals are as easy to grow from Petunia seeds as they are pretty. The picotee flower has a crisp look with a distinct white margin around each flower and the blooms are on compact, well-branched plants. These flowers are ideal in beds, hanging baskets, window boxes and tubs. Plant them anywhere that brilliant long-lasting color is needed. Petunias are a good choice for fall and winter planting in warm, frost-free zones.

Grow the plants in a full sun location. For the hottest climates, partial shade is preferred. They perform best in fertile, well-drained soil kept evenly moist. Picotee Petunia care includes: deadheading faded flowers for best display and to keep it full of color all season long and fertilizing regularly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

How to Grow Petunias from Seed: Sow the flower seeds indoors 10 - 12 weeks before planting out. The seeds are extremely tiny, so press them gently onto the soil surface without covering, and keep the soil wet for the best germination. Five or six weeks after sowing the Petunia seeds, transplant 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 Petunia seedlings back to encourage branching.