Antique Shades Sophistica Petunia Plant

Sophistica Antique Shades Petunia Plant displays a pinkish-white flower rimmed in a medium-orchid. This is a designer petunia!

Our Sophistica Antique Shades Petunia Plants are grown without harmful pesticides, ensuring they are safe for your garden and the environment. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date
• - Space plants 10-12 inches apart

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5
• - Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
• - Maintain consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogging

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season
• - Reduce fertilizing in late summer to prepare for fall

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch back growing tips early in the season to encourage bushiness
• - Remove spent blooms to promote continuous flowering, though not strictly necessary

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and thrips
• - Monitor for fungal diseases in humid conditions or with overhead watering

Blooming Indicators:

• - Produces large flowers in unique shades of smoky mauve and dusky rose
• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Can tolerate heat but may need extra water in extremely hot conditions
• - Not frost-hardy; protect or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Antique Shades Sophistica Petunia:

• - Heliotrope: Its deep purple flowers and vanilla scent complement the antique shades
• - Dusty Miller: Provides silvery foliage that enhances the vintage feel
• - White Salvia: Offers vertical interest with its upright white flower spikes
• - Diamond Frost Euphorbia: Adds airy, white flowers that soften the overall look
• - Coleus: Choose varieties with complementary foliage colors to enhance the vintage palette