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Petunias This article was published originally on 2/19/1999
Selecting and Planting Petunias Petunias have been one of the
most popular flowering annuals for years. Their popularity can
be attributed to several desirable traits. Petunias are easy to
grow, bloom reliably all summer, and are available in a wide
range of colors, flower forms, and growth habits. Petunia
varieties can be divided into four main groups or categories
based on flower and growth habits. The four categories are
grandiflora, multiflora, milliflora, and the spreading or "wave"
petunia. Grandifloras are large-flowered petunias consisting of
both single and double flowering forms. Single grandifloras
produce large blooms up to 5 inches across. Some single
varieties have ruffled or fringed petals. Others possess a
trailing habit which make them ideal for window boxes and
hanging baskets. Double grandifloras produce double, fringed
flowers and are best suited to containers. Gener