Small-flowered petunia.

Someone thinks that petunias from the Solanaceae family are very simple flowers and are in no way suitable for decorating territories. So think those who know only 1-2 varieties, and they are not familiar with the whole variety of varieties of excellent petunias. And the choice is great, in fact, since there is a huge variety of large-flowered, small-flowered, cascading, dwarf petunias, for everyone there is their own favorite variety.

Petunia is one of the favorite and famous plants among flower growers. The flower is unpretentious to agricultural technology, if you properly care for the petunia, then it will become a decoration of flower beds, terraces or balconies, starting from May days, ending with the onset of frost.

Passing the years, capricious varieties have been replaced by unpretentious, modern ones. They bloom for a long time, during rainy periods and on windy days, there is no loss of their decorative appearance.

The variety of varieties is surprising, because there are large and small, simple and double flowers, some have the edges of the petals in the form of fringes or waves. Plants are also varied in color: white, yellow, pink, red, blue, lilac, purple, black. Also, the flowers have borders, eyes or stars, mesh veins. But in order for the petunia to bloom long and densely, it is necessary to properly care for it.

Classification of petunias.

At the moment, there are a large number of varieties of petunias. We owe their appearance to the 200-year-old selection work of scientists. Previously, the flower attracted little by its appearance, it grew up to 60 cm, had small single inflorescences of blue or white color. The breeders have done a great job, and the result is a modern beauty petunia. New hybrid varieties are being developed to this day. Work is underway to select varieties that will have immunity to diseases, resistance to the mood of the weather. Hybrids with original colors and types of petals are bred, surprising more and more every time.

Petunia species are divided into main groups. The division depends on the size of the flowers, the appearance of the flowers themselves. Each group includes a great variety of varieties.

Small-flowered petunias.

This includes varietal varieties that have a large number of small flowers. Inflorescence width - 8 cm, no more. Inflorescences can be double or simple, the edges of the petals can be corrugated or wavy. Plants are unpretentious, resistant to rainy and windy periods. These flowers are used for planting in flower beds, containers, in hanging baskets.

Petunias are large-flowered.

These varieties are especially popular with flower growers. The flowers of these plants are large, 12 cm in size. There are also champions in the size of inflorescences - 16 cm. This group surprises with its original color and appearance of plants. Flowers are grown in pots, they can be a decoration for any flower bed and garden plot.

Petunias are dwarf.

Varieties of low growth, miniature, reach a height of 15-25 cm. Plants prefer to grow in well-lit areas, if you take care of them correctly, the flower bed will be gorgeous, and the flowers also win the eye while in containers.

Petunias are ampelous (cascading).

The stems of these flowers spread or fall down, their length is 0.8-1.5 m, the flowers are luxuriantly located on them.They are used for planting in pots, they can be a wonderful decoration for the slopes of alpine slides. Some of the varieties are used for the purpose of vertical gardening, when arbors or hedges are made out. Flowers are cultivated in flower beds, one flower can be located on an area of ​​1 m².

The best small-flowered varieties.

Small-flowered petunias have become popular not so long ago. Bushes of short stature, spherical in shape. The bush is almost completely covered with rich flowers. The size of the inflorescences is 5-7 cm, petunias are painted in a great variety of shades, varieties can be of the same tone or variegated. This group also includes terry petunias of the original appearance, they delight the eye and attract with their beauty. Flowers actively and decoratively bloom throughout the summer season. But they conquered flower growers not only for this. Petunias are tolerant to the mood of the weather and precipitation, they are not afraid of cold weather, winds, and rains. Naturally, all flowers suffer from bad weather, but this variety survives bad weather easily, and quickly regains its beauty when warm, sunny weather sets in. Another advantage of small-flowered petunias over other varieties is that they begin to bloom early, this contributes to a longer enjoyment of the decorative appearance of flowers.

Single flowers look easier in comparison to amazing flowers with large inflorescences. But miniature bushes, which are covered with a lot of small flowers, look like one big rich colorful rug. Thanks to this, with the help of these flowers, borders and ridges, containers and pots are made out, they are planted in carpet flower beds and flower beds. However, by planting petunias in open soil, the flowers will bloom more abundantly and longer.

Now let's talk about the best varieties.

Sort "Celebrity". These hybrid varieties have an original color of flowers - one tone, for example, purple, scarlet, pink, white. The appearance of petunias is unusual, they have rich veins that form a mesh at the base of the bowl. In this group there are varieties painted in 2 shades, they have a center of white color or a border / star of white color. The bushes are miniature, compacted, grow up to 30 cm. They bloom early and actively, the width of the inflorescences is 6-7 cm. The variety is highly resistant to temperature extremes, indifferent to rainy weather. Flowers recover quickly after bad weather. Petunias are planted in groups in flower beds, since in this way their decorativeness is fully revealed.

Variety "Bonanza". Terry flowers, saturated, bloom for a long time and actively, in large numbers, are immune to diseases. The diameter of the inflorescences is 5-6 cm, the petals are corrugated, red, purple, pink, two-color. The bush is compacted, the stems are branching, reaching a length of 0.3-0.4 m. The variety is famous for its resistance to bad weather, it retains its fresh and rich color for a long time. With the help of these petunias, decors are created on flower beds, borders and ridges are made out.

Variety "Duo". Terry flowers are richly colored, similar to carnations. The petals are pink, scarlet, purple, lavender, red-white, pink-white, slightly wavy. The bush is compacted, in the shape of a ball, branches well, grows up to 0.35 m. The bush is covered with a large number of flowers, 5-6 cm in size. Flowers are strong, they are not afraid of rain. Plants begin to bloom early, the loss of beauty does not occur until the onset of frost. Petunias love light, are not afraid of dry periods. Flowers are planted in groups, they can become a decoration of flower beds, rabatok, borders. These petunias are used to decorate flowerpots and containers.

Debonair grade. Flowers of original color. The flowers can have a pale pink color and at the same time the middle of a yellow color, the color can change over the years, for this reason the bush can be covered with flowers of the same tone, and at the same time with petunias of two colors of different saturation.And there is also a unique one of this variety - the flowers are painted in velvet-black colors, which have a red-purple tint. The most decorative varieties of strong growth, their bushes in the shape of a ball, reach a height of 0.4 m. Bushes are compacted, they are generously covered with flowers 6-8 cm in size. Excellent flower beds are created from petunias, planting flowers of the same tone and different colors there, this is amazingly combined.

Variety "Prime time". This group contains petunias with 20 shades and more. There are flowers of the same tone, and dark colors with veins in the center of the calyx, and colors of two shades in the form of white stars on the main saturated background.

Plants bloom early and actively. The bush is compacted, grows up to 0.3 m, decorative effect is preserved throughout the summer season. Grow in well-lit areas and in partial shade. Flowers tolerate dry periods, cold, frost, quickly recover after bad weather. Flowers are planted in flower beds, and are rich decors.

Variety "Carpet". This group contains petunias with 20 shades and more. There are classics of one tone, and flowers with veins that contrast with the background, and petunias of 2 colors with a bright center and a white star on a rich background. The size of the flowers is 6-7 cm. The bush branches perfectly, reaches a height of 0.25-0.35 m. These hybrid varieties are resistant to high temperature conditions, have a greater preservation of the density of the bush. The variety is slightly susceptible to damage from wind and rain, and has the ability to quickly restore its beauty. With the help of petunias of this type, flower beds, borders, containers and hanging pots are made out.

Variety "Mirage". Plants are resistant to weather conditions, unpretentious to moisture, high temperature conditions, cold and frost, type of soil. The advantage of this variety is its generous variety of shades. Flowers can be of the same tone, have nets of rich veins, a bright center or a white star contrasting with the background. The width of the flower is 6-7 cm. The bush is compacted, branches well, grows up to 0.3-0.4 m. From these plants, colorful flower beds and borders, pots and flowerpots are created.

Plum krystals variety. The bush grows up to 0.3 m, width - 25 cm. The diameter of the inflorescences is 7 cm, they can change color. When the buds open, the petals are painted in pink-lilac, then the color changes to light lilac, after they fade, they take on a pale lilac hue. A large number of veins of dark lilac color contrasts with the main background. As a result, the bush has flowers with different colors, it looks impressive and original. On the bed, the plants are combined with flowers that have silvery leaves.

Variety "Picobella". Petunia bushes are small, compacted, in the form of balls, the diameter of the inflorescences is 4-5 cm. Flowers can be painted in various shades: white, red, pink, lavender, salmon, purple, with a white star on a red background. The bush grows up to 0.2-0.25 m. Petunias grow well in the open air, are unpretentious to care for, and are resistant to bad weather.

The best undersized and tall large-flowered varieties.

This variety is considered the most popular and has a large number of varieties. And this is understandable. There are several hundred varietal species with large decorative flowers, 10-12 cm and 16 cm in size. The coloring is diverse - both of one tone and two colors with stripes, veins, edges, colorful centers. The petals are smooth, corrugated, wavy, their edges are in the form of a fringe. There are also plants with double flowers. The period from sowing to the moment the plants begin to bloom is 80-95 days.

Types of large-flowered petunias.

High stature - the bushes are open, grow up to 0.6 m, have smooth flowers.

Low growth - a compacted bush, grows up to 0.25-0.3 m, has smooth flowers.

Fringed - the bush grows to 0.65-0.75 m, the edges of the petals are in the form of a fringe.

With a fringe of low growth - a compacted bush, grows up to 0.35 m, flowers with a fringe.

The most excellent - the bush is prostrate, the stems are up to 0.5 m long, the inflorescences are large, the petals are wavy at the edges, have a mesh of dark-colored veins. Plants bloom in small quantities.

Superior low stature - a compacted bush, grows up to 0.4 m, the flowers are large, the edges of the petals are smooth, the veins are combined with their dark color with the background.

Terry - the bush is open, grows up to 0.5-0.6 m, the flowers are enlarged, double, the petals can have wavy and smooth edges.

Although this petunia is popular with flower growers for its variety of varieties, it is more demanding to care for. These plants have an acute reaction to bad weather, flowering stops in cold weather and rains, with prolonged rains, shoots and leaves begin to rot. Flowers and leaves are susceptible to damage by wind and rain, and regeneration takes a long time. Flowers are whimsical to the type of soil, they need competent regular watering.

But do not be immediately afraid of these capricious flowers. For cultivation to be successful, it is necessary to properly care for the plants. You can cultivate petunias in flowerpots and containers, because they can be placed in a place that protects the flowers. In container conditions, it is difficult to grow a strong flower that would be covered with a carpet of large flowers. For this reason, flowers are planted where it is warm, sunny, where there is protection from adverse weather conditions. If you regularly water the plants, often feed them with complexes of minerals, remove wilted flowers, then they will decorate flower beds and flower beds throughout the summer season.

Variety "Daddy". The flowers of these hybrid varieties are enlarged, 10 cm in size, painted in different colors: pink, light purple, lavender, with a network of elongated dark veins contrasting with the background. The bush is compacted, of medium stature, grows up to 0.3 m. Pros: early bloom, resistant to weather conditions. But plants are whimsical to the fertility of the soil, for this reason, regular feeding with complexes of minerals that contain trace elements is required. Petunias are planted in groups on flower beds, decorate containers and flowerpots.

Variety "Picotee". The flowers of these petunias are enlarged, 9-10 cm in size, the edges of the petals are excessively corrugated. Colors: red, crimson, blue-violet, purple, flowers have a white border, large in width. The shrub is short, grows up to 0.25-0.3 m. Plants bloom in large numbers, the bush is completely covered with flowers. The species has good immunity to disease. Petunias of saturated colors, therefore, they are used to decorate ceremonial flower beds and flower beds, are planted in groups, flowers become decoration of flowerpots and pots.

Sort "Hit parad". The diameter of the inflorescence is 10 cm. There are a lot of colors in the arsenal of flowers. Flowers are white, pink, crimson, lilac, blue-violet. Some varieties boast a mid-tone, darker veins that contrast with the background. There are flowers with white stars on a background of red, burgundy, purple colors. The flowers are simple or have slightly wavy edges. Flowers form very early. Bushes of short stature, grow to 0.25-0.3 m, they have active flowering, their leaves are small in size. Petunias are planted in groups on flower beds.

Hulahoop variety. Plants begin to bloom early, 12-14 days faster than other flowers of this species. The bush is of medium height, compact, branches well.The plant reaches a height of 0.25-0.3 m, its flowers are large and velvety, painted in raspberry, red, purple, lilac shades, all petals of petunias have a wide strip of white color along wavy edges. Flowers love light, endure dry periods, love to grow on light, nutrient-rich soils. Petunias are planted in flower beds, on curbs, beds, in baskets, in containers.

Variety "Aladdin". The bush is compacted, grows up to 0.35 m, has small leaves, is generously covered with rich velvet flowers. The diameter of the enlarged flowers is 13 cm. Petunias are painted in a variety of colors: white, pink, red, dark purple, of the same tone or having a light yellow shade in the middle. The edges of the petals are strongly corrugated; in the open flower, they bend to the base. The variety is not afraid of dry periods, has good rain and wind tolerance. Petunias are planted in flower beds and beds.

Variety "Prism". Petunias begin to bloom early, it lasts a long time and in large numbers. The bushes are strong, compacted, branch well, grow up to 0.25-0.3 m.The diameter of the flower is 10 cm.The flowers are painted in an original way: the veins of contrasting tones are densely intertwined, and all this beauty is perfectly combined with the background, for example, veins of red, purple, yellow the colors stand out against the white background. Petunias are planted in a garden plot or in a container.

Falcon variety. Early flowering. Branching bushes grow up to 0.25 m, their flowering is lush. The flowers are enlarged, of various colors, there are also the same tone, and with colorful veins, and with corrugated edges of the petals. The variety is resistant to bad weather, the flowers will decorate flower beds and flower beds.

Variety "Afrodita". The flowers of this amazing variety are enlarged, their diameter is 8-9 cm, painted in different colors. The edges of the petals are wavy, in the form of a fringe. The bush is compacted, reaches a height of 0.35 m. Plants bloom in large numbers and for a fairly long time. The variety has excellent tolerance to weather changes, is not afraid of dry periods. Flowers love to grow on light, nutrient-rich soils. Flowers will be a wonderful decoration for flower beds and flower beds, you can grow them in containers.

Variety "Frillytunia". The flowers have an original appearance, they are enlarged, their diameter is 10-12 cm, the flower tube is wavy, the edges of the petals are in the form of a fringe, the color of the flower is white, dark pink or purple. The dense bush branches strongly, grows up to 0.45 m. Petunias bloom magnificently - one flower can have 10-15 open flowers. Plants are planted in groups in flower beds or flower beds.

Variety "Jabot". This is a unique variety. Flowers differ from flowers of other species in appearance and size. The diameter of the enlarged flowers is 12 cm, the edges are excessively corrugated. The calyx is plump, has the ability to maintain the shape of the petals, because of this, the plants are resistant to rain and wind. The flowers are painted in purple, violet, pink tones, the central part seems darker due to bright veins. The bush is compacted, it grows up to 0.35 m, for this reason the enlarged original flowers are amazingly combined with the bush. Petunias will decorate the flower garden and container.

Variety "Double cascade". Terry flowers. The bush is dense, grows up to 0.25-0.35 m, excellent branching. The diameter of the flowers is 10-13 cm. The flowers are similar to carnations - double, the petals have wavy edges. The coloring of petunias is varied: pink, lavender with streaks of dark tones, purple. Plants bloom early. With the help of petunias, flowerpots and flowerpots are made out. For plants to bloom magnificently, they must be well looked after and fed in large quantities.

Decorative and ordinary dwarf varieties.

Dwarfs appeared not so long ago, but are already popular among most gardeners.The bushes of these petunias are compacted, in the shape of a ball, grow up to 0.15-0.25 m, almost completely covered with many small, 2-4 cm in size, saturated flowers. Petunias bloom for a long time, in large numbers, so the flowers are beautiful throughout the summer season. The variety is resistant to bad weather and precipitation. Since dwarfs love light, they are planted in a well-lit, open area where there is a lot of sun. Plants begin to bloom 60-70 days after the seeds are sown. Dwarfs are planted in groups, create a background for single plants, decorate flower beds and borders.

Variety "Fantasy". A compact bush in the shape of a ball, its diameter is 25 cm. Small smooth flowers are painted in one tone: white, pink, red, purple, or have a rich center and veins. Plants bloom in large numbers before the onset of frost. The variety is weather resistant. Rich borders are created from petunias, they become an excellent decoration for flower beds, and also planted in containers.

Sort "Limbo". The bushes are small, compact, branch well, grow up to 0.15-0.2 m, but their flowers are very large, up to 12 cm in size. Flowers are not subject to stretching when cultivated in the open air. Plants bloom in large quantities and for a long time. The flowers are painted in different colors. Petunias are weather resistant and recover quickly after rainy days. They begin to bloom faster than other flowers in this variety. These flowers are used to decorate flower beds, flower beds, borders and ridges.

The best ampelous varieties for hanging pots.

The stems of this type of petunias are elongated, drooping, grow up to 1.5 m, covered with a large number of flowers. This is the most amazing species of petunias by right. This variety includes a great variety of varietal species that differ from each other in coloration, the size of the inflorescences, the size of the stems and the requirements for agricultural technology.

The best varieties of the cascade group.

Surfinia, highly valued for their richness in the choice of shades, for the fact that they begin to bloom early, grow quickly, and have resistance to bad weather.

Cascading flowers. Shoots are flexible, thickened, growing vertically and laterally. When the flowers begin to cover the stems, they become drooping due to the severity of the flowers.

Semi-ample petunias.

Their stems are formed of shorter length.

Sort "Easy wave". This variety is ampelous, large-flowered. Bushes reach a height of 0.3 m, shoots grow up to 0.7-0.8 m in length. Plants grow vigorously and bloom profusely, petunias are almost completely covered with flowers, 7-8 cm in diameter, of the same tone, having a light center, veins of a dark shade, a white star, combined with a rich background. Flowers are planted in hanging pots, each flower leaves 7 liters of soil. When petunias are planted in open soil, they grow strongly over the ground and form a lush carpet.

Ramblin variety. The bushes grow up to 0.35 m, the shoots grow 0.6-0.8 m in length. The size of the flowers is average, their diameter is 7 cm.The plants are painted in pink, lavender, purple and two-color - light lilac with white and salmon with white. Petunias bloom faster by 14 days, compared to the same varieties, they bloom in large quantities and for a long time. Flowers are planted in flower beds, containers, hanging baskets.

Explorer grade. Plant growth is strong and fast. Their shoots are strong, growing 0.8-1 m in length. The flowers are medium in size, their diameter is 5-7 cm, on top they have a waxy coating and gloss, thanks to this, water is repelled. Coloring is different: white, pink, red, purple, violet. The middle of the flowers have a darker shade and rich veins. The variety is resistant to bad weather, has a quick recovery after a rainy period.Flowers begin to bloom early and continue until the fall season. Petunias are used for pots, planted in open ground.

"Super cascade" variety. Plants are open, powerful, wide. Enlarged flowers 10-13 cm in size. Color: white, pink, salmon, lilac, red, lilac. Petunias begin to bloom early, this lasts until the second autumn month. Flowers tolerate bad weather well. Decorate flower beds and hanging pots.

Sort "Wave". The bushes grow up to 13-18 cm, shoots grow 1-1.2 m in length. The diameter of the flowers is 7 cm. Coloring: light pink, pink, lavender, purple, violet. Plants bloom profusely from June to October days. The variety loves light, is not afraid of dry periods, resistant to rain and wind, grows well on fertile soils. Petunias are planted in flower beds, flower beds, containers, hanging pots.

Variety "Minitunia". Shoots grow up to 0.9 m in length, covered with small flowers. Coloring: pink, light pink, with rich streaks, white with streaks, violet, with a dark center. Variety resistant to bad weather, you can cultivate petunia in rainy weather. Flowers are planted in flower beds and hanging pots.

Variety "Supertunia". Shoots grow 0.8-0.9 m in length, covered with small flowers, their diameter is 5-6 cm. Coloration is unique: one tone, 2 colors, with veins, darker centers. Plants grow quickly, resistant to wind and rain, undemanding to the place of cultivation.

Tidal wave cultivar. Decorative petunias, their shoots grow up to 0.8 m in length, at first their growth is vertical, later they go down. The diameter of the flowers is 7-10 cm. Their coloration: white, of the same tone or with a yellow center, pink, red, with a white star. Petunias will decorate pots, containers, flower beds, flower beds.

Variety "Waterfall". This is a terry large-flowered cascading petunia. Flowers grow vigorously and quickly, branch well, bloom early. Abundant flowering, flowers are enlarged, double, the edges of the petals are wavy. Coloring: pink, purple. Petunias bloom from June days to October. Plants are resistant to bad weather. Flowers are used to create decorations on flower beds, decorate borders with them, and plant them in containers and pots.

How to choose petunias. Tips.

Varieties varied. But from them, you can make a choice in favor of the variety you love with your description. Petunias are suitable for every garden area. Small-flowered plants can be planted on flower beds and borders; ampelous petunias are suitable for alpine slides or containers.

The selection of petunias is now great. I don’t want to choose. For beginners, it is recommended to purchase petunias that are immune to disease and weather resistance.

Large-flowered varieties are demanding in cultivation and care. They are afraid of rain and wind damaging flowers and foliage. When cold weather and rains set in, petunias stop blooming.