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Think Pink With Ride The Wave® Petunias
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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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