Dwarf Mexican Petunia

Quick growing ground cover. Best flowering is in full sun. This plant thrives in moist, fertile, but well-drained soils. It is a versatile and tolerates a wide range of growing conditions.

It also does well in average garden soils with even moisture. Established plants have respectable drought tolerance. Plants also tolerate high heat and humidity. Cut back stems after flowering to encourage new flowers.

Dwarf Mexican petunia has been named a Texas Superstar™ by Texas A&M University. The plants are adaptable to various soils and growing conditions. Although they prefer full sun, the plants survive in partial shade although with less flowering. Once established, Mexican petunias are drought tolerant. Some supplemental water is required during periods of drought. Cut dead foliage to the ground after the first hard freeze and leaves will re-emerge from roots in spring.

Typically resistant but may be bothered occasionally by snails.

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