Hurrah Red Star Petunia is a striking grandiflora petunia known for its brilliant red blooms highlighted by a crisp white star pattern radiating from the flower center. This dramatic bicolor effect creates exceptional garden impact and makes the variety one of the most eye-catching petunias available for containers, hanging baskets, borders, and bedding displays. Its compact growth habit and abundant flowering ensure a colorful display throughout the growing season.
Garden Uses:
Hurrah Red Star Petunia is ideal for patio containers, hanging baskets, window boxes, flower beds, and border plantings. The vivid red flowers with bright white stars create a bold contrast that stands out from a distance. It pairs beautifully with solid white petunias, blue lobelia, silver dusty miller, yellow marigolds, and other colorful annuals. The unique star pattern makes it especially effective as a focal point in mixed plantings.
Growing Information:
Grow Hurrah Red Star Petunia in full sun for maximum flowering and strongest color development. Plants thrive in fertile, well-drained soil and benefit from regular watering during dry periods. Sow seed on the surface of a fine seed-starting mix and gently press into place without covering, as petunia seed requires light for germination. Maintain temperatures of 70-75°F and consistent moisture until germination, typically within 7-14 days. Regular feeding throughout the growing season encourages continuous blooming and vigorous growth.
Quick Facts:
• Botanical Name: Petunia x hybrida
• Plant Type: Annual Flower
• Height: 10-14 inches
• Spread: 12-16 inches
• Bloom Color: Red with White Star Pattern
• Bloom Season: Spring through Frost
• Sun Requirements: Full Sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate
• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Ideal For: Containers, Hanging Baskets, Borders, Window Boxes, Bedding Displays
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