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Surfinia Hot Pink

Family: Solanaceae Garden Petunia
Zone 6b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Velvety, hot-pink blooms spill in a cascading ribbon, each flower glowing like a small lantern against lush, trailing foliage.

Surfinia Hot Pink delivers a dense, spreading habit with abundant, showy flowers that hold their color beautifully as the season warms. Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes, it’s a nonstop ornamental favorite for bold color and long-lasting bloom display.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Spreading

Botanical illustration of Surfinia Hot Pink

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 14th
Last FrostApr 25th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJun 20th
Harvest BeginsAug 29th
Harvest EndsOct 16th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitSpreading
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)55
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)7

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Petunia × atkinsiana (Surfinia Hot Pink), and how can I stop it?
Petunias are frequently hit by gray mold (Botrytis) in damp, crowded plantings and by aphids that cluster on new growth. Water early in the day so leaves dry quickly, keep foliage from staying wet, and improve airflow by spacing plants or thinning dense areas. If you see gray, remove affected leaves immediately; for aphids, spray off with water and repeat as needed, or use an insecticidal soap that won’t scorch petals when temperatures are mild.
How often should I water Petunia × atkinsiana during peak bloom growth?
During the main flowering phase, keep the potting mix or garden soil evenly moist but not soggy—water when the top 1 inch feels dry. In full sun, container petunias often need watering once daily in hot weather, while in cooler periods you may only need every 2–3 days. Make sure excess water drains away so roots don’t sit in water, which increases risk of root problems and botrytis.
How do I know when Surfinia Hot Pink is ready to harvest (for best blooms)?
Petunia × atkinsiana is typically at its peak bloom for showy flowers about 70 days after sowing/starting, not by fruit maturity. Harvest by removing spent flowers regularly (pinch or snip the faded blooms) to keep the plant producing new hot-pink flowers; you’ll know it’s ready when buds are consistently forming and open blooms look fully colored. Avoid waiting for seed pods—your goal is continuous flowering, not seed set.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Surfinia Hot Pink in Zone 6b typically begins around 2026-06-20. Wait until soil reaches at least 55°F before transplanting Surfinia Hot Pink.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 6b, the average last spring frost is around April 25. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Surfinia Hot Pink.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Surfinia Hot Pink in Zone 6b typically begins around 2026-06-20. Wait until soil reaches at least 55°F before transplanting Surfinia Hot Pink.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 6b, the average last spring frost is around April 25. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Surfinia Hot Pink.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 55°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.

Expert Note

Start petunias early under bright light, keep seedlings evenly moist (not soggy), and only transplant after nights are reliably warm to prevent stalling.