Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during hot weather.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Also known as Atkins' Petunia · Common Garden Petunia · Common Hybrid Petunia
Petunia Atkinsiana offers a vibrant display of trumpet-shaped flowers in a wide array of colors, making it a popular choice for beds, borders, and containers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for best flowering.
Regular watering
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm temperatures
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost.
Regular feeding
75% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during hot weather.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming.
Lightly prune leggy stems in mid-season to maintain a compact shape and encourage new flower production.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in moist potting mix. Cuttings typically root within 3-4 weeks.
Repot annually in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes. Avoid using a pot that is too large, as this can retain too much moisture.
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Photos of Petunia Atkinsiana (Petunia × atkinsiana)
Where Petunia Atkinsiana (Petunia × atkinsiana) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Petunia |
| Species | Petunia × atkinsiana |
Similar in genus Petunia
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