October 10, 2008, Newsletter Issue #233: Petunia.

Tip of the Week

Unbelievably a member of the potato family. Large showy trumpet shaped flowers in a wide range of colours. 12" Tall.
Sow Seeds:
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Indoors during March/April.18-20 degrees centigrade. Do not cover.
Plant Out:
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Early June.

Principal Uses.
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Summer flower beds, Patio containers, hanging baskets.

Recommended Varieties.
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Multiflora Types,(Medium sized blooms, but masses of them):
Frenzy mixed, Plum pudding mixed.
Duo mixed a good double flowered type.
Grandiflora Types, (Giant blooms)
Lavender Storm , Salmon Storm, White Storm, Falcon mixed, Prism mixed, Daddy mixed

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