Botanical Name

Petunia x hybrida

Commonly known as Petunia

Petunia x hybrida (Petunia)
Annual

Cascading color for containers and beds. Blooms nonstop until frost.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Oct
USDA Zones
3-10
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
6-18"
Bloom Colors
PurplePinkRedWhiteYellowLavender
Low Maintenance Container Friendly Fragrant
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About This Name

Petunia x hybrida is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Petunia unambiguously. The genus Petunia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Petunia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Petunia x hybrida will give you the most precise results.