Petunia exserta
(Petunia)
100 seeds $3.25
Petunia exserta has star-shaped, red flowers that attract hummingbirds.
This is a very rare species. It was discovered in 1987 in southern Brazil. Only 14 plants were found growing in the shaded cracks of a limestone outcropping. It readily crosses with other petunia species, so it should be isolated to keep the strain pure.
Petunia exserta is a tender perennial in zones 9-11. In cooler zones, it's grown as an annual. It blooms quickly from seed, and it self sows where it's happy.
height 12" spacing 12"
Sowing Petunia exserta Seeds
Start petunia seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost. Sow on the surface. Full sun. Well-drained soil.
