Ray™ Red Petunia Plant

Ray™ Red Petunia Plant is an early spring bloomer with large, single red flowers. Red Ray has a vigorous growth rate and semi-trailing habit which makes it perfect for filling hanging baskets. Red Ray was selected as a Classic City Award Winner in 2008!

Our Ray Red Petunia Plants are grown without harmful pesticides, ensuring they are safe for your garden and the environment. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date
• - Space plants 8-12 inches apart

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5
• - Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
• - Maintain consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogging

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season
• - Reduce fertilizing in late summer to prepare for fall

Pruning and Training:

• - Minimal pruning required; Ray petunias are self-cleaning
• - If plants become leggy, trim back by about one-third to rejuvenate

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and thrips
• - Monitor for fungal diseases in humid conditions or with overhead watering

Blooming Indicators:

• - Produces unique star-shaped flowers with pointed petals
• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Prefers full sun
• - Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives in temperatures between 60-80°F
• - Can tolerate heat but may need extra water in extremely hot conditions
• - Not frost-hardy; protect or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Ray Petunias:

• - Calibrachoa: These small-flowered relatives of petunias provide a nice contrast in size and shape
• - Verbena: Offers complementary flower clusters and similar heat tolerance
• - Angelonia: Adds vertical interest with its upright flower spikes
• - Diamond Frost Euphorbia: Provides airy, white flowers that contrast nicely with Ray petunia's star-shaped blooms
• - Lantana: Offers multicolored flower clusters that complement Ray petunia's unique shape