Supertunia® Blue Veined Petunia Plant

Supertunia® Blue Veined Petunia bring oodles of blooms in a light lavender shade with deeper purple veining. These eye-catching blooms really impress with their no fuss demeanor! They give new meaning to 'bloom where you are planted'; simply choose a good spot and watch as they practically explode in a flashy show of abundance. Petunia flowers produce a sugary nectar that hummingbirds and butterflies love.

Our Supertunia® Blue Veined 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 12-24 inches apart, depending on the variety

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5
• - Well-draining, fertile soil or a good potting soil

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
• - Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 1-2 weeks during the growing season
• - Alternatively, use a slow-release fertilizer at planting and mid-season

Pruning and Training:

• - Minimal pruning required; Supertunias are self-cleaning
• - If plants become leggy, trim back by about one-third to rejuvenate

Additional Pest Management:

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

Blooming Indicators:

• - Produces an abundance of flowers in a wide range of colors
• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall without deadheading

Light Requirements:

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

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Heat-tolerant and can withstand high temperatures better than traditional petunias
• - Not frost-hardy; protect or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Supertunia® Petunia:

Supertunia petunias pair well with plants that complement their vigorous growth habit and share similar growing conditions. Some excellent companions include:

• - Superbells Calibrachoa: These small-flowered relatives of petunias blend well with Supertunias
• - Superbena Verbena: Offers complementary flower clusters and heat tolerance
• - Sweet Potato Vine: Provides contrasting foliage color and texture
• - Angelonia: Adds vertical interest with its upright flower spikes
• - Diamond Frost Euphorbia: Offers airy, white flowers that contrast nicely with Supertunias

Supertunia® Blue Veined Petunia hybrid 'Conblue' USPP 13,543, Can 1,605