Petunia

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An all-time favorite that enlivens the garden with a profusion of blooms that are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds. Naturally dwarf growth is splendid in hanging baskets and containers. Super planted with verbena, marigold, zinnia, geranium or other annuals.

Companion Plants

Zinnia

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Zinnia

A favorite from Grandma's garden. This popular annual features brightly colored flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. An outstanding cut flower. Frequent cutting for bouquets promotes reblooming.

Begonia

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Begonia

A popular choice with abundant, large flowers. Blooms early and continuously. In warm regions, treat as a perennial, lifting and dividing in early spring. Where not hardy, treat as an annual for seasonal color. Well-suited for garden's edge, along walkways and in combination pots or window boxes. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Marigold

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Marigold

Vibrant flowers bloom above fragrant, highly divided foliage. This fast-growing annual is well-suited for garden's edge, container gardening, or window boxes. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. May repel pests. Prefers well-drained soil.

Collections

Bonnie M.'s collection

Details

Common name

Petunia

Botanical name

Petunia x hybrid

Variety

Mambo Blue

Zone

Grow as an annual.

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Bloom color

Blue

Bloom time

summer-fall

Light

sun

Height

8-10" (20-25 cm)

Habit

compact

Water

2-3 times per week

Feed

use all-purpose

Maintenance

mulch to reduce weeds