Product description
Producing a breathtakingly dense carpet of miniature blooms, the Petunia Littletunia Red is a mat-forming trailing plant that rapidly spills over the edges of its container. It grows exceptionally fast in warm weather, quickly hiding the plastic rim of your hanging basket with its sticky, scented foliage. It is a frost-tender, sterile hybrid that demands heavy liquid feeding and acidic compost to maintain its relentless summer performance.
You must aim for the absolute 'Goldilocks' zone of watering to keep up with this rapid grower's demands. Keep the soil moisture strictly 'normal' by applying a heavy dose of water the exact moment the top layer of dirt feels dry. This careful balancing act prevents the delicate leaves from wilting in the sun while simultaneously ensuring the roots do not suffocate in a heavy swamp.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Petunia Littletunia Red Basket Plants
Petunia Littletunia Red Basket Plants
Product description
Producing a breathtakingly dense carpet of miniature blooms, the Petunia Littletunia Red is a mat-forming trailing plant that rapidly spills over the edges of its container. It grows exceptionally fast in warm weather, quickly hiding the plastic rim of your hanging basket with its sticky, scented foliage. It is a frost-tender, sterile hybrid that demands heavy liquid feeding and acidic compost to maintain its relentless summer performance.
You must aim for the absolute 'Goldilocks' zone of watering to keep up with this rapid grower's demands. Keep the soil moisture strictly 'normal' by applying a heavy dose of water the exact moment the top layer of dirt feels dry. This careful balancing act prevents the delicate leaves from wilting in the sun while simultaneously ensuring the roots do not suffocate in a heavy swamp.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
The sheer speed of growth requires a massive amount of chemical energy to sustain. Apply a liquid feed every single week to replenish the depleted nutrients in the compost. Consistently feeding your Petunia Littletunia Red guarantees it will keep pushing out enormous trumpet-shaped flowers without pausing.
How to Water
You must strike a careful balance to keep these vigorous runners perfectly hydrated. Check the surface daily and water the compost the exact moment the top layer feels dry to the touch. This approach ensures the Petunia Littletunia Red never wilts from thirst or rots from being heavily waterlogged.
How to Plant
Install the young plant near the rim of the container using a slightly acidic multipurpose potting compost. Angle the growing tip slightly downward to encourage the vines to immediately begin their cascade. Giving your Petunia Littletunia Red an edge position allows it to rapidly form a massive curtain of foliage and flowers.
