Petunia x hybrida Pendolino Dark Ice F1 | Petunia | Pelleted

Petunia grandiflora Pendolino Dark Ice F1 | Petunia 

Earliest-Flowering Petunia with Outstanding Resilience

Pendolino Dark Ice F1 is part of the earliest-flowering petunia series available, offering blooms within a tight 4 to 6 day flowering window for highly predictable results. Its compact yet vigorous growth makes it perfect for hanging baskets and patio containers. With excellent weather resistance, this petunia bounces back quickly after rain or overhead watering, maintaining its decorative value longer than other varieties.

The blooms are small yet plentiful (2.5–3 cm), with rich, dramatic coloration. Whether used in containers or cascading from hanging baskets, ‘Pendolino Dark Ice’ adds a touch of sophistication to any display.

Key Features:

• Very early blooming – 4 to 6 day flowering window
• Fast rebound after rain and overhead watering
• Great for containers and hanging baskets
• Pelleted seeds for easier sowing
• Dense flowering with 90 cm spread

Plant Details:

• Flower Size: 2.5–3 cm
• Height: 20 cm
• Spread: Up to 90 cm
• Pot Size: 14–20 cm
• Habit: Trailing/cascading
• Crop Time After Potting: 4–5 weeks
• Use: Baskets, balcony boxes, containers

Germination Instructions:

• Sow Indoors: February–April
• Sowing Method: Surface sow on moist, well-drained compost
• Light: Light aids germination – do not bury deeply
• Cover: Light sprinkling of soil or vermiculite
• Temperature: Ideal at 20–25°C
• Germination Time: Approx. 2–3 weeks
• Transplanting: When large enough to handle, transplant to 8 cm pots
• Planting Out: After last frost

Growing Instructions:

• Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with compost
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Watering: Water 1–2 times per week, deeply
• Fertilizing: Apply soluble fertilizer every 2–3 weeks
• Ideal for warm-season bedding or balcony displays

Cultivation Tips:

• Deadheading: Essential for continuous flowering
• Maintenance: Low, but benefits from regular feeding and shelter from wind
• Propagation: By seed