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 Petunia Pointers for Garden Success
Watering:
The best time to water Petunias is in the morning before the sun fully rises. Watering in the afternoon can cause the leaves to burn from the sun’s hot rays and the water to evaporate quickly. Watering at night allows for mold and fungus to develop on wet leaves, so this should be avoided as well.
Keep the soil as moist as possible. Petunias don’t perform as well in dry soil, but usually bounce back if you water often. If Petunias are kept too dry, they may reach the point of no return and will wilt and die before the end of the season.
Usually, plants in general need about an inch of water to maintain their healthy appearance. A watering can is enough for containers, but use a garden hose or sprinkler when watering a garden bed.
Remember: Although watering in the morning is the best option, watering at the wrong times is better than not watering at all!
Soil:
Soil is important when it comes to planting. It should contain a good amount of organic matter to help the plants grow and provide them with nutrients. A good way to tell how much organic matter in soil is by the color – the darker the soil, the healthier it is for the plants.
Fertilizer:
Just like people, Petunias need “food” to stay healthy and maintain their energy. Use an “all-purpose” fertilizer (usually in a liquid form) on Ride
The Wave Petunias every 10 to 14 days, especially when they are planted in containers and hanging baskets. This way, you can be sure they will look their best in your store.
And make sure you let your customer know how often she should feed her Petunias so she’ll have beautiful flowers with lush, healthy foliage all season long.
Is this Petunia plant really healthy?
A plant does not have to be in bloom to be considered “healthy.” If a customer asks about a “bud-less” but healthy-looking plant, remind her that most of the growing will be done in the garden. A good rule of thumb is to avoid plants that are wilted or have yellowed leaves. Plants that are short, bushy and green are the best bets. These will begin to flourish once they are established in the soil.
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