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Petunia – Balcony Mix – 0.1g Seeds – Petunia x hybrida

Petunia – Balcony Mix – 0.1g Seeds – Petunia x hybrida

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Brighten up your balconies, window boxes, and patio planters with the vibrant Petunia – Balcony Mix (Petunia x hybrida)! 🌼🪴 This carefully selected mix includes a delightful range of colors — pinks, purples, reds, whites, and bi-colors — offering a cheerful, long-lasting bloom display from spring to frost.

These compact, trailing petunias are perfect for small spaces, providing non-stop blooms and a light fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies.

Key Information:

  • Latin Name: Petunia x hybrida

  • Common Name: Balcony Petunia Mix

  • Seed Weight: 0.1g (~800–1,000 tiny seeds)

  • Plant Type: Annual flowering plant

  • Plant Height: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)

  • Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm), trailing habit

  • Hardiness Zones: Annual in USDA zones 2–11

  • Sun Requirements: Full sun

  • Soil Type: Fertile, well-draining soil; pH 6.0–7.0

  • Sowing Time:

    • Indoors: Start 8–10 weeks before last frost

    • Outdoors: Transplant after danger of frost has passed

  • Germination Time: 7–14 days (surface-sown – needs light to germinate)

  • Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging

  • Spacing: 10–12 inches apart

Bloom Time: Spring through fall with regular deadheading and feeding.

Usage:

  • Balconies & Containers: Designed specifically for compact spaces like railing planters, balcony boxes, and small pots

  • Colorful Mass Displays: Ideal for filling large planters or mixed borders with cascading color

  • Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

  • Fragrant: Some varieties in the mix emit a sweet, light evening fragrance

  • Low Maintenance: Very forgiving and easy to grow with basic care

  • Hanging Baskets: Trails beautifully over the edges

Tips for Success:

  • Do not cover seeds with soil; press gently into surface

  • Use bottom-watering or mist to avoid displacing seeds

  • Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced flower fertilizer

  • Pinch young plants to encourage bushier growth

  • Remove faded flowers to promote continuous blooming

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