Product Description
Overview
The Black Velvet Petunia Flower Seeds bring a touch of sophistication and mystery to your garden. Known for their deep, almost black petals with a velvety texture, these flowers are ideal for creating stunning visual contrast in containers, garden borders, and decorative planters. Their lush blooms and long flowering period make them a favorite among garden enthusiasts and designers alike.
Key Features
- Unique, velvety black flowers with a rich, luxurious look.
- Non-GMO and easy to grow from seed.
- Long blooming season for continuous color.
- Excellent for containers, borders, and hanging baskets.
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Specifications
- Common Name: Petunia Black Velvet
- Botanical Name: Petunia hybrida
- Plant Type: Annual
- Flower Color: Deep Black
- Height: 10–12 inches
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- Germination Time: 10–15 days
- Bloom Season: Spring to Fall
- USDA Zones: 4–10
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Special Features: Unique color, fragrant, long-blooming, pollinator-friendly
Planting & Growing Guide
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date.
- Sow seeds on the soil surface — do not cover deeply as they need light to germinate.
- Keep soil moist and maintain a temperature of 70–75°F (21–24°C).
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost when they are 2–3 inches tall.
- Choose sunny locations with well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, but avoid overwatering.
- Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
