Friday, September 7

Tips for Growing Petunias in Window Boxes

I passed these beautiful window boxes overflowing with petunias recently. The mass plantings pack an impact, in addition to the color combination.


I like how the colors are planted in large chunks of the same color. Petunias come in so many different colors, it's fun to experiment with different combinations. 



Tips for growing petunias all from spring to fall:


  • plant in a sunny location
  • be sure to deadhead consistently. Don't allow seed pods to form.
  • use organic fertilizer for lush plants and abundant blooms
  • don't over water
  • plant in well drained potting soil


What to do when it is just too Darn hot to Garden?

It has been a very hot summer everywhere. From what I have been told it is normal to get 100 plus days from the months here from  May to Oct...