Surfinia Hot Pink

Petunia

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Botanical illustration of Surfinia Hot Pink

🌱 70d to harvest Spreading

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

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 6th
Last Frost	Jun 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Aug 10th
Harvest Begins	Oct 19th
Harvest Ends	Jul 15th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Spreading
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	55
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	7

Recommended Companions

Genovese Compact Improved Basil

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.

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.

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.