Petunia violacea

Also Known As

Petunia x 'Violacea'
Violacea Petunia

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

7a-10b

Petunia violacea plant details

Petunia violacea is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Petunia violacea

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Petunia violacea

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Petunias with starry blooms such as 'Violacea' are irresistible. These little 2" blooms of radiant purple are produced lavishly all summer long. Delicately scented too! Grow a bit of history in your pots or cast-iron urns this summer.