Posts Tagged ‘supertunia’
This Honey of a Plant will Surprise You!
Get ready to jump out of the way! Earlier this summer I helped my sister with a new garden in front of her farm house located near me in Kennebunk. This garden faces directly south. I took this picture shortly after we planted it. I was ASTOUNDED by how quickly Supertunia ‘Honey’ created a lush…
Read MoreSupertunia Lovie Dovie
Supertunia ‘Lovie Dovie’ I have found a new love. Supertunia ‘Lovie Dovie’ has exceeded my wildest dreams for non-stop, flashy color that needs little input from me. I potted it up in May, added some slow release organic fertilizer (Espoma Plant-tone) and went on with my business. Other than providing water as needed, (it is…
Read MoreSupertunia Really Red
Supertunia ‘Really Red’ This petunia is a showboat, and I love it! The bold, REALLY red flowers are large and numerous. This is a new Supertunia from Proven Winners. I first saw it last winter from across an exhibit hall at a green industry trade. I just planted a sweep of ‘Really Red’ in front…
Read MoreTAKE FIVE! Non-Stop Blooming Annuals
Fool-proof, powerhouse annuals are on my MUST HAVE list. Here are five front-runners for high impact, low-maintenance gardens and containers: Supertunia Vista ‘Bubblegum’. Let’s salute the 2017 Annual of the Year! This nonstop blooming annual covers two to four square feet. WHAT?! ‘Bubblegum’ blows your characteristic view of petunias. No deadheading required, sweeping flower-covered stems,…
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