Petunia Sophistica Lime Green

Petunia sophistica Lime Green is remarkable for its beautiful yellow colour with a hint of lime green that does not fade over time. Its large flowers bloom abundantly from summer until the first frost, on a small, compact tuft with a neat appearance. It is a particularly bright, very fresh variety with generous flowering. Superb with the Petunia Sophistica Blackberry with almost black flowers.

Petunia Sophistica Lime Green has rapid and vigorous growth and a compact habit, reaching 35 cm (14in) high and 30 cm (12in) wide. Its flowers measure 5 to 6 cm (2in) in diameter. They consist of five petals arranged in a circular pattern with a single flower per peduncle. Their colour ranges from pale yellow to acid green.

Originating from South America and belonging to the Solanaceae family (like Ornamental Tobacco, but also like... the potato!), Petunia is a herbaceous plant that is theoretically perennial but frost-sensitive. It bears charming funnel-shaped flowers on hairy stems, with variable size and colour depending on the varieties. Its dar green leaves are slightly hairy, with smooth edges. It begins flowering as early as June and continues until the first frost.

You can plant the Petunia Sophistica Lime Green in your garden, as a border or in a flowerbed, and of course in a pot, planter or hanging basket, where it will look wonderful on its own or accompanied by Sweet Alyssum, Mealy Cup Sage, Ornamental Tobacco, or Variegated Creeping Soft Grass for a modern and contrasting effect.

Petunias thrive in sunny locations sheltered from the wind. They should be planted in rich, light, and well-drained soil or substrate. Their are easy to grow but they need plenty of water. To encourage and support their long flowering period, it is important to regularly remove faded flowers and feed them with a potassium-rich fertiliser, especially in pots and planters, to promote the appearance of new flowers.

Supplied as growing plants measuring 4 to 8 cm (2 to 3in) in trays of 5 small plugs with a diameter of 2.5 cm (1in) and a height of 4 cm (2in). Our plants are at least eight weeks old and strong enough to be planted in the ground.

Note: Please be aware that our plug plants are products intended for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, transplant them and store them under shelter (veranda, greenhouse, cold frame...) at a temperature above 14°C (57.2°F) for a few weeks before planting them outdoors once all risk of frost has passed.