Annuals

Petunia x hybrida

Classic Blue Ray™ petunia

Photo: Danziger.

Large blue-violet blooms bring a cool note to mixed containers and sunny borders. Its rounded habit suits smaller planters, hanging baskets and the front of beds, with flowers continuing through summer into fall.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 12–14 in. tall × 12–16 in. wide
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil
Bloom: Blue-violet; summer–frost
Life cycle: Frost-tender annual locally

Sizes & prices

3.5"$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Usually less favored; species-level guidance, not browse-proof.
Drought: Moderate tolerance once established; pots still need regular water.
Wet soil: Poor drainage increases root-rot risk.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Evidence: Species-level guidance; cultivar habitat value varies.

Seasonal interest

Garden uses: Pots, hanging baskets, edging and mass plantings.
Habit: Mounded.

Growing & care

Planting: Plant outdoors after frost danger has passed.
Soil: Light, well-drained soil or container mix.
Pruning: Pinch back leggy stems to encourage branching.
Deadheading: Remove faded flowers to keep plants tidy and encourage bloom.

Sources & photo credits

Danziger

NC State Extension

Photo: Danziger · Commercial use with attribution

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.