Planting petunia and caring for it

Petunia enjoys special respect among gardeners and landscapers. Its lush flowering, variety of colors, shapes and types make the plant desirable in every garden plot and balcony loggia.

Petunia is great for growing in open ground and in pots on terraces. Ampel varieties of petunias have proven themselves well - they look great in hanging flowerpots on verandas in residential areas.

Planting petunia and caring for it does not require multiple efforts and financial costs. Petunia seeds are easy to buy at any flower shop. And the huge selection of varieties makes it necessary to purchase at least five bags.

For open ground it is convenient to pre- grow petunia seedlings, however, you can do without this and sow the seeds immediately in a permanent place.

Planting petunia and caring for it first of all begins with soil selection. Although this plant is not picky about soil, preference should still be given to sunny areas with structured, nutritious and loose soil - this way the plant will bloom profusely and for a long time.

Planted seedlings needs soil mulching. Then you need to regularly weed and loosen the soil. Petunia will not refuse fertilizers - organic, humic and complex mineral fertilizers are suitable.

Petunia reacts well for spraying and frequent watering - this is the key to abundant flowering and lush growth.

When growing petunias in open areas, you should beware of rain. Drops of water do not have the best effect on the appearance of the delicate flowers and leaves of the plant. Therefore, if this is possible, then it is better to hide boxes and pots with petunias under the roof or other shelters.