So say gardeners across the globe, begging for this outrageously popular annual that satisfies any appetite for a mass of color that lasts longer than Aunt Betty's fruitcake. Problem is, petunias are ...

If you want vibrant flowers in the garden, nothing beats the power of petunias. Even my grandmother, years ago, lived by this gardening rule. I still have fond memories of the bright pink and purple ...

Remember the clamor that greeted Wave petunias when they were introduced? My trial plants lived through the winter and spread more than 2 feet in every direction for a glorious spring show. Never mind ...

Oh, sure, you say, who can goof up a petunia? Anyone who thinks these sturdy summer annuals don’t need a thing. Petunias don’t need much. But in return for a little effort, you can probably get more ...

Using organic soil amendments can produce beautiful flowering displays such as these Vista Bubblegum Petunia Supertunias. Gary Bachman Office of Ag Communications Many of you know that I am a big fan ...

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OVERTON - Tidal Wave Cherry petunias are a bright red that can be seen from a quarter-mile away, according to a Texas A&M University horticulturist. Tidal Wave Cherry and its sister plant, Tidal Wave ...

Learning how to deadhead petunias is essential to keeping most varieties in full flower for as long as possible. Deadheading just means removing spent flowers. Don't worry—it's a snap. This guide ...

If you’ve ever grown Wave petunias, you’re in good company. It’s America’s No. 1 selling petunia, and a new national celebration honors its 30th anniversary. May 3 has been designated National Wave ...

Hammocks, watermelon, cotton candy and petunias offer irreplaceable enjoyment during the warmest season. As a lover of simple plants that do well, I’m fond of annual petunias. Grown for generations ...