SKY PETUNIA HEADLINER™ COLLECTION
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Customer Reviews
Most of these petunias that I bought from you came out with almost solid flower colors, barely speckled. I could have almost duplicated them at the local store with regular, solid-colored varieties.
This is a common thing with sky petunias. They are genetically 'unstable', so they have a tendency to revert to a solid color. The primary cause of that in the home garden is temperature. If the daytime and nighttime temps were both higher than recommended, they would likely turn their solid color (Night Sky would turn purple, Pink Sky would turn pink, etc.). There's unfortunately not much that can be done when they are outside (vs. in a controlled environment) to prevent this. Once the temperatures regulate, the new flowers should go back to their sky pattern!
My 10 year old saw these in the catalogue. They arrived well packaged and looking good. She planted them in a container and we enjoy looking at them everyday on our back porch. They really are very beautiful.
I planted some in a container on a stand right outside our backdoor slider. They are great!
These beauties are my new favorite annuals! I planted them in a pot on my front porch and they bring me so much joy! The color is incredibly vibrant and the variations are gorgeous. I deadhead them regularly and they continue to put out beautiful blooms. I will buy these every year if they continue to be offered!
The color and beauty of a flower garden can lift the spirit and renew the soul, and a bouquet of fresh cut flowers will bring sunshine into your home. Over the years we have conducted extensive flower trials, concentrating on varieties that are easy to grow-many from direct-sowing- have superior color and fragrance, and make a good cut flower. Take a bit of time, relax and enjoy a cup of steaming hot chocolate, and look over our selections. We think you'll find just what you're looking for.
Germination Codes
Given at the end of each description to give you specific information.
(1) Germination occurs between 70-85°F and within 6-15 days. Sow indoors and cover lightly.
(2) Needs a period of pre-chilling. Mix seeds with moistened peat moss and place in plastic bag. Seal and place bag in an area where the temperature is around 60°F for 2-3 days. Then place in the refrigerator for 30-90 days. After pre-chilling, place seed on sterile seedling mix and cover lightly. Germination may take up to 30 days.
(3) Needs darkness to germinate. Remove cover as soon as germination occurs.
(4) Direct sow in the garden as soon as the soil warms to at least 55°F.
(5) Germination may be slow and erratic. A fluctuating temperature of 75°F during the day and 50°F at night may help.
(6) Needs at least 12 hours of light per day to germinate. Press into the medium but do not cover. Keep moist.
Note: For those varieties that indicate a (1) or (6), a very light covering of vermiculite will allow adequate light to the seed and keep it uniformly moist.
Culture
• As a general rule, flowers can be sown when soil has warmed to at least 55°F
• Apply 1-2 cups of TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet, and 1 inch of compost
• If you prefer to soak your seeds: soak in 85°F water for 1-3 hours and plant immediately — longer soaking times are often detrimental; seeds need air to live
Direct Sowing
• Seeds should be buried 2 times their narrowest dimension and covered with finely raked soil or vermiculite unless otherwise noted
• Some varieties can take over a month to germinate so mark your rows, keep them moist, and for larger seeds like sunflowers, use bird netting
Transplanting
• Sow 5-6 weeks prior to anticipated transplant date
• If seeds need darkness, cover with 2 sheets of newspaper or plastic, remove upon the first signs of germination
• We recommend feeding your seedlings Age Old Grow, diluted to 1/4 strength
Insects & Disease
• Early watering and good weed control will generally alleviate most problems
• Pyrethrin will control most insects
Harvest & Storage
• For fresh-cut flowers: Harvest in the morning when flowers are their freshest and petals are just opening
• Cut with a clean knife that has been dipped in a solution of 10% household bleach
• A few drops of bleach in the vase will prolong their beauty
