Supertunia Mini Vista® Yellow Petunia
- **Type**: Annual (herbaceous)
- **Height**: 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm)
- **Width**: 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 cm), spreading or trailing
- **Growth Habit**: Compact, mounding with a trailing tendency; functions as both filler and spiller
- **Foliage**:
- Small, oval to pointed leaves, 1 to 2 inches long (2.5 to 5 cm)
- Medium green, smooth texture
- Remains green throughout the season
- **Flowers**:
- Small, trumpet-shaped blooms, bright pale yellow to citrus yellow
- About 0.75 to 1 inch across (2 to 2.5 cm)
- Bloom season: Mid-spring to mid-fall (April to October), continuous in mild climates
- Lightly fragrant, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) to part shade (4-6 hours); best blooming in full sun
- **Soil**:
- Well-drained, average fertility; adapts to most soil types
- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5 to 7.0)
- **Watering**: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates drying out between waterings
- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 10 to 11 (30°F or -1°C); grown as an annual elsewhere
- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; not particularly attractive to deer
- **Care**:
- Self-cleaning (no deadheading required)
- Fertilize every 1-2 weeks with water-soluble fertilizer for optimal blooms
- Trim back up to 1/3 of the plant mid-season if leggy to encourage new growth
- **Pests/Diseases**:
- May attract aphids, whiteflies, or spider mites
- Susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions
- **Uses**: Hanging baskets, containers, window boxes, landscape borders, or mass planting
- **Growth Rate**: Vigorous; reaches maturity quickly in the growing season
- **Special Features**:
- Heat and drought tolerant
- Smaller flowers than standard Supertunias but more abundant, creating a dense color blanket
- Named Proven Winners® 2025 Annual of the Year
The Supertunia Mini Vista® Yellow Petunia’s cheerful yellow blooms and easy-care nature make it a fantastic choice for adding long-lasting color to containers or sunny garden spots. Let me know if you’d like more care tips or planting ideas!