Petunia
البيتونيا · Petunia × atkinsiana
A colorful winter flower widely planted in garden and street beds. Good for Riyadh, Tabuk, Hail, Al-Jouf, Asir, Al-Baha, Al-Qassim and the north.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | البيتونيا |
|---|---|
| English name | Petunia |
| Scientific name | Petunia × atkinsiana |
| Family | Nightshade family (Solanaceae) |
| Plant type | Seasonal flowering plant |
| Height | 20 to 40 cm |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
October to November
Flowering time
December to April
A winter flower in most regionsJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A short sticky plant with soft oval leaves and big trumpet flowers in many colors.
Where it grows
Planted in beds, pots and hanging baskets.
Soil
Light, rich, well-drained soil.
Water and irrigation
Regular watering without flooding.
Climate and light
Likes mild weather and sun and weakens in strong heat.
Propagation
By seed or seedlings.
Benefits and uses
- Many bright colors
- Good for pots and beds
- Long flowering in winter and spring
- Easy to grow
Drawbacks
- Does not handle summer heat
- Rain damages the flowers
- Aphids attack it
Important notes
In hot areas, grow it from October to March.
Sources and references
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