Ray™ Black Petunia Plant

Black Ray™ Petunias make a bold statement in the garden with large blooms that arrive early enough for any grow zone! These velvety, true black flowers look stunning in a container by themselves or mixed with other container friendly blooms. Try them once and you'll be impressed!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
• - Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal diseases

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season
• - Alternatively, use a slow-release fertilizer at planting time

Pruning and Training:

• - Cut back by 1/3 during midsummer for a new flush of growth
• - Remove spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and thrips

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Needs at least 5-6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Can tolerate heat but may slow down blooming in extreme temperatures
• - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Petunias:

• - Geraniums: These classic annuals offer colorful blooms and attractive foliage
• - Calibrachoa: Also known as million bells, these plants offer abundant, small petunia-like flowers
• - Verbena: With its clusters of small flowers, verbena adds texture and color variety
• - Alyssum: Low-growing and fragrant, alyssum creates a beautiful carpet of tiny flowers
• - Zinnias: These easy-to-grow annuals provide bold colors and attract pollinators