Laura Bush Petunia - 8882

Petunia X violacea (Solanaceae) A hardy, reseeding annual variety native to South America. This rugged old-fashioned petunia variety was bred for heat tolerance and disease resistance. The Laura Bush Petunia scoffs at extreme summer temperatures, producing numerous 1 - 1 ½ inch bell-shaped violet colored flowers. As the mercury rises in the dog days of summer, this baby literally cranks out the blooms. As an added bonus the dark green foliage serves as a background to compliment the vibrant flowers that practically glow. Prefers full sun in well drained, fertile soil. Very low maintenance and quite impressive! Direct sow in early spring after the danger of frost has passed. Suggested Use: Wooded barrels, borders, hanging baskets. Miscellaneous Use: Flowers are delightfully fragrant. Reseeds. If started in flats, space transplants 12 inches apart. Soil temperatures below 68°F will limit germination response. Requires a minimum of 7 hours of direct sun or plants will become spindly and have fewer blooms. Average Planting Success: 70% Height: 8 - 24 inches Germination: 15 - 30 days Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 68°F - ­86°F Sowing Depth: Surface Sow Blooming Period: April - First Frost Average Seeds Per Pound: 6,549,000 Seeds/Pkt: 200 Covers 30 sq.ft. 1 oz covers 2,723 sq.ft. Seeding Rate: 1 lb. per acre