Easy Wave Red

Family: Solanaceae Garden Petunia

Planting Schedule

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Velvety, easy-sweeping blooms spill over the edge with a vivid, velour-red glow that seems to catch the light all day.

Easy Wave Red forms a lush trailing mound with a soft, cushiony texture and a steady rhythm of flowers from early summer onward, creating a dense cascade that looks spectacular in hanging baskets and patio planters. Grow it for nonstop color—ideal for filling containers, edging walkways, and creating an instant “living bouquet” effect wherever you want a bold splash of red.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Spreading

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Easy Wave Red Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Mar 16th	May 25th	Aug 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 6th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 6th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 10th	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 6th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 4th	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Feb 27th	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Feb 23rd	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Feb 20th	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Feb 14th	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Feb 9th	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Jan 30th	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Jan 21st	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Jan 12th	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Dec 26th	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 1st	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Spreading
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Ornamental petunia variety; despite is_edible being set true, Easy Wave petunias aren’t a dependable culinary flower—don’t ingest unless you have explicit, verified culinary-grade sourcing and preparation guidance for this exact variety.

Flavor Profile

Not provided/characterized for eating Petunia blooms are not a reliably culinary edible in this context

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem commonly affects Petunia × atkinsiana (Easy Wave Red), and how do I treat it?

Watch for powdery mildew and botrytis/gray mold, especially during humid weather and when plants stay wet overnight. Space petunias for airflow, water at the base, and remove badly spotted leaves; if problems persist, use a labeled fungicide that targets powdery mildew/botrytis and apply as directed.

How often should I water Petunia × atkinsiana during the main growing phase?

During active growth (roughly the first 6–8 weeks after transplant or once established from seed), keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy—water when the top 1 inch of potting mix or soil feels dry. In hot, full-sun conditions, hanging baskets and containers often need watering once daily (sometimes more), while in-ground plants may need less frequent, deeper watering.

How can I tell when Easy Wave Red petunias are ready to harvest or cut back?

Petunia × atkinsiana is typically grown for flowers rather than for a single harvest; start deadheading once you see fully open blooms and faded flowers are forming seed pods. Cut back or lightly shear the plant when flowering slows (often around mid-season), and resume deadheading weekly to keep new blooms coming until frost.