Who doesn’t love colorful Petunias planted in their flower beds and baskets? Petunias are probably the most planted annual and are so well-liked for their brilliant colors and long bloom season. They prefer full sun to partial shade rich well-drained soil and an occasional trimming of spent blooms will encourage a continuous full display of color. Petunias are a great choice for fall and winter color in frost-free zones. These compact bushy plants are smothered with brilliant red colored blooms. This variety Petunia grandiflora F1 has large 3 – 4 inch blooms to offer the most eye-appealing color! Start the seed indoors 6 – 8 weeks before the last expected frost. Press the seed into the soil but do not cover it. Keep the seed moist. With a temperature of 72 - 76F germination normally occurs within 14 days. Pinch the young seedlings back to encourage branching. Transplant the Petunias outdoors after danger of frost has passed and space them 12 inches apart.