Data specific to Petunias (Edit)
Propagation type: Seeds
Petunia flower size: Grandiflora XL 3.5" to 4.5"
Petunia growth habit: Upright
Deadheading recommended: No
Bloom form: Single
Daylight Neutral: Yes

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Height: 10-15 inches
Plant Spread: 10-12 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Pink
Other: Deep Pink with Dark Veins
Bloom Size: 3"-4"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Uses: Groundcover
Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Propagation: Seeds: Provide light
Needs specific temperature: Germinates best at 70-75 deg F
Days to germinate: 7-14 days
Depth to plant seed: surface sow
Start indoors
Can handle transplanting
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PAS3077
Awards and Recognitions: AAS (All-America Selection®): 1989 National

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Trade name information:
Series: Daddy®
Trade Name: Orchid
Cultivar name: 'Daddy Orchid'
Common names
  • Grandiflora Petunia
  • Petunia

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Location: Lucketts, Loudoun County, Virginia
Date: 2021-06-18
Comments:
  • Posted by Joannabanana (Calgary, AB Canada - Zone 3a) on Nov 17, 2012 10:07 AM concerning plant:
    Daddy® Series are all "veined" petunias. Daddy® Mix includes Blue, Orchid, Peppermint, Pink, Strawberry (Red), and Sugar

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