Overview
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' is a trailing, mounding bedding in the genus Petunia, part of the Solanaceae family, with green foliage. Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include bedding, containers and hanging baskets.
About
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' is a trailing, mounding cultivar of the Petunia genus, known for its uncomplicated green foliage and large, trumpet-shaped blooms. It thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for sheltered positions, this cultivar is ideal for bedding, containers, and hanging baskets. It is hardy to H1a and flowers from spring through autumn, requiring regular watering and fortnightly feeding with liquid fertiliser for best performance.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Petunia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding
- Habit
- Trailing, Mounding
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Bedding, Containers, Hanging baskets
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum'
- Propagation
- Seed, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, Foot rot, Virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum'?
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' need?
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' hardy in the UK?
Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Petunia multiflora 'Hurrah Plum'?
Seed, Softwood cuttings.
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