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


A Closer Look at Celia Thaxter's Garden

 In my last post, we took a wide-angle look at the Celia Thaxter garden in Prescott Park. This time, I thought we'd slow down and wander...