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Petunia 'Ultra Red Star'

Family Solanaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 25 - 35 cm (10 - 14 in)
Spread 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Petunia 'Ultra Red Star' (grandiflora petunia) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and semi-evergreen. Petunia 'Ultra Red Star' (grandiflora petunia) has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, edging, hanging basket and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Petunia 'Ultra Red Star' tolerates pollution and salt. This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Petunia 'Ultra Red Star' (grandiflora petunia) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.