Petunia hybrid. grandiflora Daddy® Red

Description

Petunia hybrida grandiflora ‘Daddy® Red’ – vibrant red summer bloomer

Petunia hybrida grandiflora, commonly known as the petunia, is one of the most popular annual flowering plants thanks to its long flowering period and striking flowers. The cultivar ‘Daddy® Red’ stands out with its intense, bright red flowers that instantly add a striking splash of color to borders, flower boxes, and hanging baskets.

Thanks to its vigorous, bushy growth and large flowers, ‘Daddy® Red’ is ideal for gardens, patios, and balconies, as well as for professional flower cultivation. The plant blooms profusely from late spring until the first frost, making this petunia a long-lasting source of color throughout the summer.

and features

Petunia hybrida grandiflora ‘Daddy® Red’ forms a compact, bushy plant about 25–30 cm tall. The flowers are large (up to 8–10 cm), trumpet-shaped, and intense red, making them an instant eye-catcher in any garden or balcony.

The dark green foliage creates a beautiful contrast with the red flowers, and the sturdy stems ensure the flowers remain upright, even in rain or wind. Thanks to its long flowering period, ‘Daddy® Red’ remains a colorful accent in the summer border for months.

Cultivation and care

Petunia hybrida grandiflora ‘Daddy® Red’ is easy to grow with a few basic conditions:

• Sowing: Sow indoors in February–March or plant out plug plants after the last frost.

• Location: Full sun for optimal flower development; petunias prefer warm, sunny spots.

• Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich and nutritious; ideally a pH of 6.0–7.0.

• Watering: Water regularly, especially during droughts; avoid stagnant water around the roots.

• Fertilization: Feed regularly with a liquid fertilizer for flowering plants to encourage flowering.

• Care: Remove spent flowers (deadheading) to prolong flowering and keep the plant compact.

With this care, ‘Daddy® Red’ will grow into a lush and richly flowering summer flower.

Application and ornamental value

Petunia hybrida grandiflora ‘Daddy® Red’ is versatile:

• Borders and flower boxes – adds striking colour and texture to the summer border.

• Hanging baskets and patio pots – the bushy growth gives a full, rich appearance.

• Combinations – beautiful with other summer annuals such as lobelia, fuchsia or begonias.

• Container gardening – ideal for balconies and patios due to the long flowering period and intense color.

• Summer accents – the bright red flowers immediately attract attention and create a lively effect.

With its large, showy flowers and compact growth, ‘Daddy® Red’ is a must-have for any summer flowering collection.