About

This vigorous trailing plant to 20cm tall, with deep purple flowers 6cm across from early summer to late autumn.

About the genus

Petunia can be annuals or perennials, with simple leaves and large, solitary, trumpet-shaped flowers in the upper leaf axils from late spring to autumn

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2

Plant details

Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Bedding
HabitTrailing
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants

Care notes

CultivationA sunny, sheltered site is essential for the best flowers, this variety works well as carpet ground cover if the soil is well-drained
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to grey moulds, foot rot and a virus