Petunia Dot Star F1 Red Seed

Petunia Dot Star Red F1 Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A dazzling modern petunia ‘Dot Star Red F1’ produces large velvety red blooms decorated with crisp white star markings that create a bold eye catching contrast.

 

This striking bicolour variety flowers continuously throughout summer, bringing vibrant colour to hanging baskets containers window boxes and sunny borders.

Plants form compact mounding growth with excellent branching, ensuring a dense display of blooms from early summer until the first frosts.

 

The F1 hybrid vigour provides improved weather tolerance, strong colour stability and reliable performance even in changeable conditions.

 

The unique star pattern adds instant impact and pairs beautifully with white trailing plants or silver foliage.

Dot Star Red F1 thrives in full sun and well drained soil and is ideal for gardeners seeking a standout feature plant for seasonal displays.

 

Seed Qty Approx 10

 

Sow January to April indoors

Germination 10 to 21 days at 20 to 24°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile 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. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off and plant out after the last frost spacing 30 to 40 cm apart. Feed regularly for best flowering.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water consistently during dry spells and feed every two weeks with a high potash fertiliser to support abundant blooms. Remove faded flowers to maintain a tidy display. Dot Star Red F1 performs best in sunny sheltered positions and is ideal for containers baskets and vibrant summer bedding.

 

Uses and Benefits

Striking red blooms with crisp white star markings

Compact mounding habit ideal for containers

Long flowering with excellent weather tolerance

High impact colour for baskets borders and patio displays

Reliable F1 hybrid performance.

 

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