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garden petunia

Petunia × atkinsiana

Garden petunias are colorful flowers that brighten up gardens and pots. They come in many colors and have a lovely scent that attracts butterflies and bees.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The garden petunia has vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers, often with ruffled or smooth edges, blooming in a rainbow of colors like purple, pink, red, white, and yellow. Its green foliage can feel slightly sticky to the touch.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSolanalesFamilySolanaceaeGenusPetunia
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garden petunia

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Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Ancient beliefs suggested petunias could ward off evil spirits if planted around homes.

Believe it or not, petunias are related to tomatoes, potatoes, and even chili peppers!

Petunias get their name from a Tupi-Guarani word meaning "tobacco," as they are related.

Some petunia scents are strongest at night to attract specific moths!

Special abilities

Ability

Pollinator Magnet

Garden petunia can produce sweet nectar and bright, fragrant flowers that help it attract bees and other insects for pollination.

Ability

Endless Bloomer

Garden petunia can continuously produce new flowers throughout the warm season, which helps it maximize its chances of reproduction.

Ability

Hardy Grower

Garden petunia can thrive in a variety of conditions once established, which helps it survive in many garden environments.

Measurements & details

Height
15-45 cm
Spread
30-90 cm
Flower Size
3-10 cm
Bloom Season
Spring to Fall
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Annual
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

honey bee

Apis mellifera

Collects nectar and pollen.

pollinates

common eastern bumble bee

Bombus impatiens

Visits flowers for nectar.

eats

tobacco hornworm

Manduca sexta

Larvae feed on leaves.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always wash your hands after touching flowers, just to be safe!

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is garden petunia?

15-45 cm

How wide does garden petunia spread?

30-90 cm

How big are the flowers on garden petunia?

3-10 cm

When does garden petunia bloom?

Spring to Fall

Is garden petunia edible?

No

Is garden petunia toxic?

None

What is garden petunia's lifecycle?

Annual

How is garden petunia pollinated?

Insect

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