Petunia. Wild Violet

Annual. A native wildflower of South America with fascinating history. The low-growing, heat-tolerant Petunia violacea is floriferous and easy to grow, blooming all summer long. Native to the Ecuador highlands, this plant was traditionally used as a hallucinogenic, with reported sensations of flying or floating. Because the chemicals have not been widely studied, we recommend against ingesting or experimenting with it. We do, however, love it as a versatile bedding or container plant. 

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: Surface Sow
• Ideal Temperature: 75-80 F
• Plant Spacing: 6-8"
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Petunia violacea

Growing Tips: Surface sow, keep uniformly moist and very warm. Grow the tiny seedlings indoors for 8-10 weeks, set out after last frost. Pinching young shoots makes for more compact habit.