Petunia as a balcony: how to have flourished it until September without effort

Petunia as a balcony always flourished until September? Sun are enough, light prunings and some simple tricks: this is how to keep it in full shape.

The Petunie as a balconywith their bright colors and the romantic aspect, can remain Flowered until September If you follow some simple tricks. Here’s how to maintain an explosive flowering with minimal effort.

There is often talk of “easy” plants, but how many really are they? The petunias are close to us: scenographic, resistant and generous. But without the right precautions, they risk becoming sad and rises already in July.

Before starting, a useful tip: if you have one Petunia fond or stunteddon’t throw it. Often it is enough to change exposure or correct a couple of errors to see it flourish in a few days.

The secret for a continuous flowering: light, water and targeted cuts

Green thumbs are not needed, but only a minimum of constancy. The first step? Full sun. Petunie are plants that love direct light: at least 6 hours a day They are essential. In the shade, they stretch and stop producing flowers.

Another key point is irrigation. There are those who water every day and who only when the earth is dry: both habits can ruin the plant. The trick lies in touching the soil: if it is dry in the first 2-3 cm, it is time to wet. Better in abundance, avoiding stagnation in the salary.

And then there is one thing that many forget: pruning. Every 7-10 days it is better Remove the dry flowers and cut a few too long twigs. This stimulates the plant to produce new buds. You don’t need to do a gardener job, just a couple of kitchen scissors and a moment of attention.

Finally, the eye. Petunie speak: if they yell, it means too much water or lack of nutrients. If they seem tired, maybe they need to be repotted or lightened.

How to choose the right variety and where to place it on the balcony

Not all petunias are the same, and this makes a great difference.

Who is looking for a waterfall effect It should focus on “surfing” or “trailing” varieties: ideal for hanging vessels or balconies. If you want to A compact and tidy bushbetter the “grandiflora” or the “multiflora”, more resistant to wind and rain.

The position on the balcony affects more than you think. Here are some ideas:

• On a balcony exposed to the south, the petunias are in their ideal habitat.
• If the balcony looks east, watch out for watering: the morning sun dries more slowly.
• In case of exposure to the north, it is better to change the plant: the petunias will never give the best.

A little known trick? Use saucers full of expanded clay: they keep humidity longer and protect the roots on the hottest days.

Fertilizer, repotted and small tricks that make the difference

A petunia flourished from May to September needs energy. And here the fertilizer comes into play. The right one is full of potassiumbetter if liquid and to be diluted every 10 days in watering water. Avoid generic fertilizers: they can stimulate the leaves too much at the expense of flowers.

The soil also has its weight. If you use small vases, every 40-50 days it is better Add new substrate On the surface, preferably slightly acidic and well draining. The roots of Petunia, in fact, grow quickly and will soon “be surprised” with poor soil.

And when does the plant seem off despite everything? Maybe it needs space. In that case, a repotted in late June It can restore it and prolong flowering until late September.

Last advice: Avoid the direct wind. It does not seem, but it can damage the most delicate flowers and break the branches. If the balcony is exposed to currents, try to create a barrier with other more robust plants or a simple grate.

In the end, what makes a petunia really beautiful is not perfection. But that somewhat disordered mix of flowers that chase each other, fall and shine. A beauty that lives on care, but also of small mistakes letting go.

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