Petunia Aphrodite Purple F1 Seeds

Petunia Aphrodite F1 Purple Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A rich and elegant selection of Petunia producing large trumpet shaped blooms in deep velvety purple.

 

The Aphrodite F1 series is known for its excellent uniformity strong weather tolerance and abundant flowering, creating refined displays in containers baskets and summer borders.

 

It forms compact mounded plants that become covered in blooms from early summer to the first frosts. The intense purple colouring adds depth and sophistication to planting schemes and pairs beautifully with both soft pastels and vibrant hot shades.

 

Its reliable performance and long flowering season make it ideal for gardeners seeking a premium bedding petunia with standout colour.

 

This vigorous annual thrives in full sun and fertile well drained soil. With regular feeding and deadheading it produces an abundance of flowers for months on end.

 

Perfect for containers window boxes hanging baskets and feature plantings where its rich colouring can be fully appreciated.

 

Seed Qty Approx 10

 

Sow January to April indoors

Germination 10 to 21 days at 20 to 24°C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 25 to 35 cm tall, 30 to 40 cm spread

Flowering June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist well drained compost and do not cover as light aids germination. Maintain a temperature of 20 to 24°C in a propagator or covered tray. Germination may be slow and seedlings require gentle handling. Transplant into individual pots when large enough to manage. Harden off and plant out after the last frost spacing 30 to 40 cm apart.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly and feed every two weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser to support continuous flowering. Remove faded blooms to maintain a tidy display. Petunia Aphrodite F1 Purple thrives in warm sunny positions and is ideal for containers borders and decorative summer plantings.

 

Uses and Benefits

Deep velvety purple blooms

Compact habit ideal for containers and baskets

Long flowering and highly decorative

Attracts bees and summer pollinators

Perfect for elegant summer bedding schemes

 

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