Petunia - Alderman Blue Petunia nana compacta
- Half hardy annual, great for containers
- Easy to grow pollinator attractor with purple Summer blooms
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Petunia Seeds - Alderman Blue
Begin the season a week or two early with our Petunia Blue, which pops up earlier than almost anything else! And what’s more, they last longer than most too. Excellent for window boxes, containers, and baskets as well.
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Fast Facts
Name: Petunia - Alderman Blue Botanical Name: Petunia nana compacta Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Plant Type: Green stalks with bright purple blooms. Features: Open Pollinated, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Container Garden, Easy to Grow & Maintain Color: Purple Blooms: Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall Plant Height: Up to 14 inches Plant Spacing: 9-12 inches Planting Depth: 0 inches Sowing Method: Start Indoors Cold Stratification: No Seeds per Packet: 350 mg Hardiness Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant Alderman Blue Petunia
About Petunia
An annual that grows up to roughly a foot, Petunias are hardy and offer long lasting blooms in a wide variety of vibrant colors. With a very long flowering period, Petunias can stay in bloom from May until October.
When to Plant Petunia Seeds
Sow Petunia flower seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before planting outside. Harden young plants for 10-14 days before planting outdoors after last frost date.
Where to Plant Petunia Seeds
Petunias thrive in full sun to partial shade in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. Petunias are perfect to cover a large area in the garden or to cascade from baskets and containers.
How to Plant Petunia Seeds
Gently press seeds into soil without covering and keep soil wet. 5-6 weeks after sowing seeds, transplant seedlings into 3" pots and grow in cooler temperatures with plenty of light. Transplant seedlings outdoors after soil warms to about 60 degrees F.
How to Care for Petunia
Pinch young seedlings back to encourage branching. Fertilize regularly and deadhead any spent blooms. While Petunias don't have serious insect or disease problems, they are susceptible to root rot and can attract aphids, flea beetles, slugs, and snails.
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
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