Violet Trailing Petunia seeds 0.1g

Violet Trailing Petunia Seeds

Create spectacular cascades of colour with Violet Trailing Petunia (Petunia × hybrida). This beautiful annual produces masses of large, funnel-shaped flowers in rich violet-pink tones with a striking dark centre. Its trailing stems, reaching 40–50 cm in length, make it the perfect choice for hanging baskets, window boxes, containers and raised planters. Flowering continuously from early summer until the first frosts, this easy-to-grow variety delivers months of vibrant colour.

Product Features

• Large violet-pink flowers with dark centres
• Long trailing stems, ideal for hanging displays
• Flowers continuously from summer until autumn
• Perfect for baskets, containers, window boxes and balconies
• Easy to grow and attractive to bees and butterflies

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Petunia × hybrida
• Common Name: Violet Trailing Petunia
• Plant Type: Annual
• Height/Trail Length: 40–50 cm
• Position: Full Sun
• Spacing: 20 × 30 cm

Growing Information

When to Sow

• Indoors: February – March

How to Sow

Sow seeds 0.1–0.2 cm deep on the surface of moist seed compost, covering only very lightly. Place in a warm, bright location and keep the compost consistently moist during germination. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into individual pots before hardening off.

Planting Out

Plant outdoors in May, after all risk of frost has passed.

Spacing

Allow 20 × 30 cm between plants to encourage healthy growth and full trailing displays.

Flowering

Enjoy an abundance of blooms from June to October. Regular deadheading will encourage continuous flowering throughout the season.

Growing Tips

• Plant in a warm, sunny position.
• Grow in fertile, well-drained soil or quality container compost.
• Water regularly, particularly during hot weather.
• Feed every 1–2 weeks with a flowering plant fertiliser for the best performance.
• Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage new blooms.

Garden Uses

Violet Trailing Petunia is ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes, patio containers, balcony planters and raised beds, where its trailing stems create impressive cascades of colourful flowers.

Why You’ll Love It

With its abundant violet blooms, trailing habit and exceptionally long flowering season, Violet Trailing Petunia is perfect for adding vibrant colour to balconies, patios and gardens all summer long. Its easy-care nature makes it a favourite for gardeners of all experience levels.