Petunia Red Seeds – Vibrant Flowering Variety | High Germination for Home Gardening
Petunia Red Seeds – Vibrant Flowering Variety | High Germination for Home Gardening
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Product Details
Germination Time: 8-14 days
Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, full sun
Ideal Climate for Sowing: Cool to warm season crop; best sown in winter and early spring
Plant Height: 0.5-1 foot (compact, spreading habit)
Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 3-4 weeks
Life Span: Annual flowering plant
Ideal Growing Temperature: 18-28°C
Blooming Time: 60-75 days after sowing
Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 8x8 grow bag, 10x10 grow bag, hanging baskets, garden beds
Specifications of Petunia Red (Erra Petunia) Seeds
Petunia Red is a popular, compact flowering plant known for its bright red, trumpet-shaped blooms and trailing growth habit. Well-suited to containers, hanging baskets, and border plantings, it produces abundant flowers over an extended blooming period, making it a favorite for adding vivid color to home gardens, balconies, and terraces.
Benefits / Uses
Vibrant red blooms add striking color to gardens, borders, and containers
Compact, trailing habit — excellent for hanging baskets and window boxes
Long blooming period, providing continuous color through the season
Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
Well-suited to balconies, terraces, and small garden spaces
Planting and Care for Petunia
Sowing: Sow seeds on the soil surface, pressing lightly without covering, as seeds need light to germinate. Keep soil consistently moist during germination using a fine mist to avoid displacing seeds.
Growing: Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Pinch growing tips periodically to encourage bushier growth and more prolific flowering.
Blooming: Flowers typically appear 60-75 days after sowing and continue through the season. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering.
Precautions While Growing Petunia
Avoid covering seeds with soil, as they require light exposure to germinate properly
Water gently to prevent disturbing small seeds and seedlings
Watch for aphids and fungal issues, especially in humid or overwatered conditions
Deadhead and pinch regularly to maintain plant shape and prolong blooming
Other Names
Botanical Name: Petunia × hybrida
Common Name: Red Petunia
Grow Suggestions
Recommended Grow Bag Size
HDPE 260 GSM Grow Bag - Perfect 6x6 Inch Solution for Urban Herb Gardening ✓ In StockDelivery: Free delivery on orders above Rs. 499. All orders are prepaid, so you pay securely online at checkout.
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Are Vanashree seeds suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our seeds are beginner-friendly and ideal for balcony, terrace, and home gardening.
How do I sow these seeds?
Use loose, well-draining soil, sow at the depth recommended for the crop, water gently and keep the pot in suitable light. See the description for details on this product.
Are these seeds suitable for Indian climate conditions?
Our seeds are selected for home gardens across many Indian climates. Check the sowing season listed on this page for the best time to plant.
How should I store seeds before planting?
Store seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the packet sealed after opening.
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