Petunia MULTIFLORA DWARF MIXED

Petunia MULTIFLORA DWARF MIXED - Dwarf multiflora petunia mix, random color mix. Petunia NANA, COMPACTA.

Random mixture of colors.

Petunia is a genus of herbaceous plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae). It includes about 20 species and is native to South America.

Members of the genus are annuals or perennials with branching, pubescent stems. The leaves are entire, petiolate, most often oval in shape, arranged oppositely or alternately. The surface of leaves and stems is softly pubescent, especially in young plants.

Flowering is abundant and prolonged, lasting from late spring to autumn. The flowers are funnel-shaped, large, with five fused petals, situated at the shoot tips or in leaf axils. Coloration varies from white to violet, often with a contrasting eye. The fruit is a capsule with minute, dust-like seeds.

Dwarf petunia is a compact plant up to 25 cm (9.8 in) in height. The stems branch densely, forming a tight bush. The leaves are green, small, softly pubescent. The stem surface is velvety, especially in young shoots.

Flowering begins in May and continues until frost. The flowers are funnel-shaped, deep red with a velvety surface, up to 5 cm (2.0 in) in diameter, gathered at the tops of the shoots. The fruits are dry capsules with small brownish seeds that maintain viability for up to 3 years.

Seeds do not require pre-treatment. Sowing is performed on the surface, without burying, into a light, moist substrate based on peat and sand. The container is covered with glass or plastic film. Regular ventilation and maintenance of a temperature of 22–25 °C (72–77 °F) are provided. The soil surface is sprayed as it dries out.

Seedlings emerge in 5–10 days. In isolated cases, germination may take up to 2 weeks. After the appearance of two true leaves, pricking out is performed with potting on into individual pots. Seedlings are grown on in good light and moderate air humidity.

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The plant is recommended to be grown on sunny windowsills or balconies. For abundant flowering, bright lighting is provided; brief exposure to direct sunlight is acceptable.

A temperature of 18–25 °C (64–77 °F) is maintained during the period of active growth. Watering is carried out regularly, after the top layer of soil dries out. In winter, when kept in a cool room, watering is reduced.

A loose, nutritious substrate with the addition of humus and sand is used. Repotting is carried out as necessary, using the gentle potting-on method. Good drainage is mandatory.

From spring until the end of summer, complete flower fertilizers are applied every 10–14 days. Fertilization is not carried out during the dormancy period.

Dried flowers are removed to stimulate new blooming. Propagation is carried out by seed; stem cuttings are not used. Seeds are sown in a light substrate and require greenhouse conditions.