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ðą All our plants are grown on our own nursery, with care, pride and generations of horticultural experience.
ð Please contact us for all your plant requirements, availability, information and friendly growing advice.
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Create a truly spectacular summer display with Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour, a beautiful ornamental petunia producing gorgeous, richly coloured burgundy flowers with attractive contrasting markings.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour is an eye-catching summer bedding variety, admired for its beautiful two-tone blooms, attractive green foliage and spreading, trailing growth habit.
The stunning trumpet-shaped flowers feature rich burgundy colouring combined with contrasting lighter tones, creating an elegant and distinctive floral display.
The deep burgundy shades bring richness and drama, while the contrasting markings highlight the beautiful shape of each flower.
As the plants develop, their flowering stems spread and gently trail over the edges of hanging baskets, patio containers and window boxes, producing attractive cascades of colourful blooms.
With regular watering, feeding and suitable growing conditions, Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour can provide a succession of beautiful flowers throughout summer and into early autumn.
Supplied as young plug plants, these petunias are ideal for growing on before planting into their final summer displays.
ð· Beautiful burgundy bicolour flowers, attractive trailing growth and wonderful summer flowering make Fortado Burgundy Bicolour an excellent choice for creating elegant and colourful hanging baskets and patio displays!
ðš Variety: Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour
ðą Botanical Name: Petunia à atkinsiana (commonly sold as Petunia à hybrida)
ð· Flower Colour: Rich burgundy with contrasting lighter colouring
ðĻ Flower Pattern: Attractive two-tone blooms
ðļ Flower Type: Single, trumpet-shaped flowers
ðŋ Foliage: Fresh green leaves
ðą Growth Habit: Spreading and trailing
ð Height: Approximately 15â30cm
âïļ Spread: Approximately 40â60cm
ð Flowering Period: Late spring through summer and into early autumn
âïļ Position: Full sun to light partial shade
ð Soil: Fertile, well-drained compost or garden soil
ð§ Watering: Regular watering, especially during warm weather
ðž Feeding: Regular high-potash liquid fertiliser during flowering
âïļ Hardiness: Tender â protect from frost
ðą Supplied As: Young plug plants
ðŠī Ideal For: Hanging baskets, patio containers, window boxes, raised planters and summer bedding displays
Height, spread and flowering performance are approximate. The precise bicolour markings should be confirmed against your supplier's variety information.
ð· Rich Burgundy Flowers: Beautiful deep burgundy colouring creates a luxurious and dramatic summer display.
ðĻ Attractive Two-Tone Blooms: Contrasting flower markings add depth and interest to each bloom.
ðš Excellent Summer Flowering: Produces a succession of colourful flowers throughout the warmer months.
ðŋ Beautiful Trailing Growth: Spreading stems create an attractive cascading effect over the edges of containers.
ðŠī Perfect for Hanging Baskets: Ideal for creating spectacular hanging displays filled with richly coloured flowers.
ðļ Wonderful Patio Colour: Adds elegance and character to patio pots, tubs and raised planters.
âïļ Excellent in Sunny Positions: Performs particularly well in bright, sunny gardens.
ðž Easy to Grow: Suitable for gardeners of different experience levels.
ð Attractive Green Foliage: Provides a beautiful contrast to the richly coloured blooms.
ðą Excellent Value Plug Plants: An economical way to create stunning summer displays.
One of the most appealing qualities of Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour is its striking combination of rich burgundy colouring and contrasting lighter markings.
The beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers create an elegant two-tone effect, making this variety particularly attractive in decorative summer containers.
The deep burgundy tones bring warmth, richness and sophistication to garden displays, while the contrasting markings add brightness and definition.
As the plants grow, their spreading stems produce a succession of colourful flowers amongst fresh green foliage.
When planted in hanging baskets, the flowering stems trail over the sides, creating a wonderful cascading display.
Several plants grown together can produce a beautiful mass of burgundy bicolour blooms, making this variety an excellent choice for gardeners wanting something distinctive.
ðš Design Tip: Plant several Fortado Burgundy Bicolour petunias together in a large hanging basket or patio container to showcase their attractive two-tone flowers.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour looks wonderful alongside:
ðĪ White Trailing Petunias: Create an elegant contrast with the rich burgundy blooms.
ðļ Soft Pink Petunias: Introduce gentle colour alongside the darker flowers.
âĪïļ Deep Red Petunias: Enhance the warm burgundy tones.
ð Purple Petunias: Create a rich, dramatic summer arrangement.
ð Yellow Calibrachoa: Provide a bright and cheerful contrast.
ðŋ White Trailing Lobelia: Add delicate flowers and contrasting texture.
ðą Silver Foliage Plants: Complement the rich flower colours and create an elegant display.
For a particularly striking arrangement, combine Fortado Burgundy Bicolour with white petunias and silver foliage plants.
Petunia plug plants are supplied as young plants and should be grown on before being planted outdoors.
For the best results:
ðą Unpack Promptly: Carefully remove your plug plants from their packaging as soon as they arrive.
ð§ Check Moisture Levels: Water gently if the compost feels dry.
ðŠī Pot On: Transplant each plug into a small pot containing good-quality multipurpose compost.
ðŋ Handle Carefully: Hold plants by their leaves rather than pulling on delicate stems.
âïļ Provide Good Light: Place in a bright, frost-free greenhouse, conservatory or suitable indoor growing area.
ðĄïļ Maintain Warmth: Aim for approximately 12â18°C while plants establish.
ð§ Water Carefully: Keep compost lightly moist without allowing it to become waterlogged.
ðą Allow to Establish: Grow on until the plants have developed healthy roots and strong new growth.
ðą Important: Young petunia plug plants are tender and must be protected from frost.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour performs best in a sunny position.
Choose a location receiving at least six hours of direct sunshine daily for the best flowering performance.
Plants can tolerate light partial shade, although flowering may be reduced in heavily shaded positions.
A sheltered location also helps protect the flowers and trailing stems from strong winds.
Young petunia plants naturally develop branching stems as they grow.
If plants become tall or leggy, carefully pinch out the growing tip above a pair of leaves.
This can encourage additional branching and help create a fuller, more attractive trailing display.
Avoid excessive pinching once flower buds are developing, as this may delay the first flowers.
Before planting outdoors, gradually acclimatise young plants to outside conditions.
Place them outdoors in a sheltered position for short periods during mild weather, increasing their exposure over approximately 7â10 days.
Bring plants indoors if cold temperatures or frost are forecast.
ðĄïļ Important: Plant outdoors only after the risk of frost has passed, generally from late May onwards in many parts of the UK.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour is particularly attractive when grown in hanging baskets.
For the best results:
ðŠī Use good-quality, moisture-retentive but free-draining compost.
ðą Choose a basket with suitable drainage.
ðŋ Allow adequate room for the plants to develop.
ð§ Water thoroughly after planting.
âïļ Hang baskets in a sunny position.
ðž Feed regularly during the flowering season.
ð· Growing Tip: Several plants grown together in a large hanging basket can create a spectacular cascading display of richly coloured burgundy bicolour flowers.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour is also excellent for large patio pots, tubs and raised containers.
Its spreading stems can grow over the edges, softening the appearance of the container and creating an attractive floral display.
Use good-quality compost and ensure containers have adequate drainage holes.
Position plants towards the edges of mixed containers to allow their stems to trail naturally.
For larger containers and garden displays, allow approximately 25â35cm between plants, adjusting spacing according to the desired effect.
Adequate spacing encourages healthy growth and good air circulation.
Trailing petunias require regular watering, particularly when grown in hanging baskets and containers.
During warm summer weather, plants may require watering daily, depending on container size and weather conditions.
For the best results:
ð§ Keep compost evenly moist but not waterlogged.
ð Water during the morning where possible.
ðŋ Direct water towards the compost rather than over the flowers.
ðŠī Check hanging baskets regularly, as they can dry out quickly.
ð§ïļ Reduce watering during prolonged wet weather.
ð§ Growing Tip: Hanging baskets can dry out surprisingly quickly during hot weather, so check moisture levels regularly.
Petunias are hungry plants, particularly when grown in hanging baskets and containers.
Once established and actively flowering, apply a suitable high-potash liquid fertiliser regularly, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Regular feeding helps support continued flower production and healthy growth throughout the summer.
Removing faded flowers can help maintain a tidy appearance and encourage continued flowering.
For the best results:
ðļ Remove spent flowers where practical.
ðŋ Trim back excessively long or untidy stems.
âïļ Cut back leggy growth lightly to encourage fresh branching.
ð§ Maintain regular watering.
ðž Continue feeding during active growth and flowering.
If plants become tired-looking during midsummer, a light trim followed by feeding and watering can encourage fresh growth and renewed flowering.
Petunias are generally straightforward to grow, although young plants and summer displays should be checked regularly.
Watch for common pests such as aphids, slugs and snails.
Good air circulation, suitable watering and removing damaged plant material help maintain healthy growth.
Avoid leaving compost permanently saturated, as this can encourage root problems.
Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour is generally grown as a tender summer bedding plant in the UK.
Plants continue flowering while temperatures and growing conditions remain suitable.
As autumn temperatures fall, flowering gradually slows.
Protect plants from frost, as freezing conditions can damage or kill them.
ð· Creating beautiful burgundy bicolour summer displays
ðļ Hanging baskets
ðŠī Patio pots and containers
ðĄ Window boxes
ðŋ Raised planters and garden containers
âïļ Sunny patios and terraces
ðĻ Mixed summer flower arrangements
ðš Cascading displays of colourful flowers
ðą Growing on from young plug plants
ð Gardeners wanting unusual and attractive summer flowers
We are a family-run nursery, proudly growing quality plants since 1967.
All our plants are grown on our own nursery, with care, pride and generations of horticultural experience.
We offer a wide range of Fuchsias, Herbaceous Perennials, Summer Bedding Plug Plants and Soft Fruit, available bare-root and potted.
ð Please contact us for plant availability, information and friendly growing advice.
Bring rich colour, elegance and spectacular summer flowers to your garden with Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour plug plants!
With its beautiful burgundy bicolour blooms, attractive trailing growth and impressive summer flowering performance, this wonderful petunia is an excellent choice for hanging baskets, patio containers, window boxes and raised planters.
Whether planted on its own to showcase its distinctive two-tone flowers or combined with contrasting summer bedding plants, Trailing Petunia Fortado Burgundy Bicolour brings beauty, character and elegance to any garden.
ð· Rich burgundy flowers âĒ Beautiful contrasting markings âĒ Attractive trailing growth âĒ Long summer flowering âĒ Perfect for hanging baskets and containers âĒ Excellent value plug plants!
ðŋ Quality Plants âĒ Family Grown âĒ Established 1967 ðŋ