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Queen of Hearts Petunia

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Petunia x atkinsiana 'Queen of Hearts'

Genus

Petunia

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Queen of Hearts Petunia

💦 Water

How often to water your Queen of Hearts Petunia

Queen of Hearts Petunia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Queen of Hearts Petunia in your home

Queen of Hearts Petunia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Queen of Hearts Petunia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Queen of Hearts Petunia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Queen of Hearts Petunia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Queen of Hearts Petunia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Queen of Hearts Petunia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Queen of Hearts Petunia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Queen of Hearts Petunia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Queen of Hearts Petunia doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

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🪴 Soil

Queen of Hearts Petunia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Queen of Hearts Petunia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Queen of Hearts Petunia →

💩 Fertilizer

Queen of Hearts Petunia should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Queen of Hearts Petunia →

🌎 Native Region

Queen of Hearts Petunia is native to South America.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.