| Feature | Petunia | Calibrachoa (Million Bells) | Geranium | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Large to medium | Very small | Large clusters | | Maintenance | Moderate (pruning, water) | Low (no pruning) | Low | | Heat Tolerance | Excellent | Good | Excellent | | Stickiness | Yes | No | No | | Best Use | Ground cover, baskets | Baskets only | Borders, pots |
Container-grown petunias may need water daily (or even twice a day during heatwaves). petunia season
Why do some petunias look amazing in July while others look ragged? It usually comes down to three things: Water, Food, and Haircuts. | Feature | Petunia | Calibrachoa (Million Bells)
These produce large, spectacular blooms (up to 4-5 inches across). They are stunning in beds and containers but are a bit dramatic—they hate heavy rain and need protection to keep those big flowers from getting soggy and mushy. These produce large, spectacular blooms (up to 4-5