Veranda™ Double Sugar Plum Petunia Plant

Veranda™ Double Sugar Plum Petunia Plants bring tightly formed, fully double blooms in lovely shades of purple/lavender with darker veining that adds depth to the bloom. As the name suggests, these petunia are perfect for hanging baskets and containers that adorn patios and porches of all kinds! Early blooming, with a pleasingly compact dense foliage, these petunias stand out where ever you grow them.

Our Veranda™ Double Sugar Plum 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:

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

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 lush, double flowers in a rich sugar plum purple color
• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

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

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives in temperatures between 60-75°F
• - Can tolerate some heat but may need afternoon shade in extremely hot conditions
• - Not frost-hardy; protect or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Veranda™ Double Sugar Plum Petunia:

• - Sweet Alyssum: Provides a delicate white contrast to the bold purple petunias
• - Yellow Calibrachoa: Offers a striking color contrast with its small, yellow flowers
• - Diamond Frost Euphorbia: Adds airy, white flowers that soften the rich purple of the petunias
• - Silver Licorice Plant: Provides silvery foliage that complements the purple blooms
• - White Geranium: Offers larger flowers and a bushy habit to contrast with the petunias