Constellation™ Pyxis Petunia Plant

Constellation™ Pyxis Petunia Plants produce stunning, purple and white spotted flowers that will leave you seeing stars! Its mounded, trailing habit goes well in hanging baskets, containers or as a ground cover! Petunias grow best in full to part sun locations with moist well-drained soils.

Our Constellation™ Pyxis 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 unique star-patterned flowers with contrasting colors
• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

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

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives in temperatures between 60-80°F
• - 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 Constellation Petunia:

• - Calibrachoa: These small-flowered relatives of petunias provide a nice contrast in size
• - Verbena: Offers complementary flower clusters and similar heat tolerance
• - Angelonia: Adds vertical interest with its upright flower spikes
• - Diamond Frost Euphorbia: Provides airy, white flowers that contrast nicely with Constellation's patterned blooms
• - Lobelia: Offers small, delicate flowers that complement Constellation's larger blooms