Description

• Petunia ‘Alderman Blue’ (also known as ‘Alderman Violet’) is a popular heirloom grandiflora variety prized for its deep, velvety violet-blue blooms. These compact, bushy annuals typically grow to about 12–18 inches tall and are known for being one of the earliest petunias to flower
• Appearance: Large, trumpet-shaped flowers in a rich, dark blue-violet color with long trailing vines. Best Uses: Ideal for hanging baskets, containers, window boxes, and garden borders due to their cascading growth habit. Flowering Season: Prolific bloomers from late spring until the first autumn frosts. Attracts Pollinators: Highly attractive to bees and butterflies.
• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost.
• Light for Germination: Do not cover the seeds with soil; they require light to germinate. Simply press them gently into the surface of moist compost.
• Conditions: Maintain a temperature between 20–25°C (68–77°F) and keep the soil consistently moist.
• Germination Time: Typically takes 7–14 days.
• Planting Out: Transplant outdoors once the risk of frost has passed, spacing plants about 12 inches (30 cm) apart in a full sun location.