Garden petunia - Petunia atkinsiana (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Garden petunia

Garden petunia (Petunia atkinsiana) is a hybrid species of garden plant that describes all hybrids between the two petunia species P. axillaris and P. integrifolia. When grown for gardening, these flowers are relatively easy to grow, can survive in hot climates. Garden petunia require hours of sunlight each day.

Scientific classification

Species

Garden petunia (Petunia atkinsiana)

Nightshades, bindweeds, gooseweeds, and allies

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Annual, Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Late spring, Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

Mid winter, Late winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Early winter

Harvest Time

10 cm to 50 cm

Plant Height

10 cm to 50 cm

Spread

Green, White

Leaf Color

4 cm to 10 cm

Flower Size

White, Purple, Pink, Red

Flower Color

Green

Stem Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous, Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Summer

Growth Season

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Distribution of Garden petunia

Distribution Map

Garden petunia (Petunia atkinsiana) is the collective name for several popular hybrids of Petunia axillaris and Petunia integrifolia. Since it is a hybrid, this plant does not have a natural range, but such petunia hybrids are extremely popular ornamental plants that can be found in gardens worldwide.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Gardens

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Flowering

Fruiting

Culture

Garden Use

The garden petunia is a flower garden staple, and a great plant for containers and beds near wild spaces due to its deer resistance. With a variety of flower colors and rich foliage, this showy ornamental makes a classic addition to butterfly and pollinator gardens. They are prized for its easy growth habit and continual flowering from spring until winter. Companion plants for the garden petunia often include Snapdragons, Irises, and Daisies.

Symbolism

Serenity: you bring warmth and a sense of security

Interesting Facts

Garden petunia are large and rich in color, having many kinds of variegation. They make you feel lively and joyful. You must have seen them - they are often planted in large areas, and the flowering period is from spring to the frost season. Because of its changeable color, unique flower pattern, and richness in variety, they have become important household potted plants and flower bed plants in cities. They enjoy the name 'Queen of the flower bed'. Different colors stand for different meanings. White ones symbolize existence; purple ones mean cutting off love. In general, they express 'tranquility' in England.

Name Story

Garden petunia: It is known as Petunia in new latin meaning "now obsolete", petun in French as "the tobacco plant" and petum in Portugese as "tobacco". As it is often planted as a hedge in the garden, it is called garden petunia.

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Cultivars

There are several recognized cultivars of Garden petunia, including the following common varieties :

Petunias 'Supertunia Limoncello'Petunias 'Easy Wave Yellow'Petunias 'Supertunia Daybreak Charm'

Care Guide for Garden petunia

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Garden petunia thrives with consistent moisture and requires regular hydration, ideally twice a week, to maintain evenly moist soil. Drought-sensitive, it is best cultivated outdoors to maximize flowering potential through diligent watering during the growing season.

Fertilize: Garden petunia thrives with regular feeding of high phosphorus fertilizers to enhance blooms. Apply a diluted solution biweekly during growth, reducing in colder months. Adjust feeding based on soil fertility and maturity to encourage strong growth and abundant flowers.

Pruning: Garden petunia thrives with regular pruning, especially from early to late spring. Key techniques include deadheading spent flowers and cutting back leggy stems, which enhance airflow, reduce disease risk, and encourage healthier growth, leading to a more floriferous display.

Propagation: The preferred propagation method for garden petunia is sowing in Spring, with moderate difficulty. Success is signified by healthy seedlings and consistent growth. Ensure sufficient light, temperature, and moisture for optimal results.

Repotting: Garden petunia requires excellent drainage in pots to thrive and prevent root rot. Ensure that the containers have sufficient drainage holes for optimal moisture control.

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Distribution of Garden petunia

Culture

Cultivars

Care Guide for Garden petunia

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