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Solanacea Pentunia Laura Bush Annuals attracts bees, butterflies, birds Average Water Needs; Suitable for growing in containers 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) 15-18 in. (38-45 cm) 7a: to – 10b: Full Sun Violet/Lavender Mid Spring to Mid Fall Herbaceous,Smooth-Textured 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) Non-patented From seed; Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed |
A reseeding annual old-fashioned petunia. More cold tolerant, disease resistant and heat tolerant than modern hybrids. Spreading growth habit with deep lavender, medium size flowers. Space transplants 12 inches apart. Prefers full sun in well-drained, fertile soils. ‘Laura Bush’ Petunia is the offspring of the V. I. P. PETUNIA Very Important Petunia or Petunia violacea Violet In Profusion This V.I.P. petunia is native to South America. The flower is violet colored and the plant is heat tolerant and low spreading. The plant is known for its profusion of small bell-shaped violet colored flowers. Both dainty and durable, it’s one of the parents of all modern petunias. It is a great plant for beds, baskets or barrels. Her offspring, the ‘Laura Bush’ Petunia, offers just as many colorful blooms but the blooms are twice as large and the plant has larger, darker green foliage which serves as a background to showcase the spectacular floral display. |
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