Garden hybrid
Petunia x hybridaPetunia32 other cultivars
‘Honey’Petunia Honey
‘Royal Velvet’Petunia Royal Velvet
‘Mix’Garden Petunia
‘Vista Bubblegum’Supertunia Vista Bubblegum Petunia
‘Autumn Mystery’Petunia Autumn Mystery
‘Picasso in Purple’Petunia Picasso in Purple
‘Deep Red’Deep Red Petunia
‘Neon’Neon Petunia
‘Supertunia Persimmon’Supertunia Persimmon Petunia
‘Supertunia’Supertunia
‘Supertunia Vista Jazzberry’Supertunia Vista Jazzberry
‘Mini Vista Yellow’Supertunia Mini Vista Yellow Petunia
‘Supertunia Picasso in Purple’Supertunia Picasso in Purple
‘Black Cherry’Black Cherry Petunia
‘Crazytunia Blackberry Jam’Petunia Crazytunia Blackberry Jam
‘Frosted Sapphire’Frosted Sapphire Petunia
‘Priscilla’Priscilla Petunia
‘Black Velvet’Black Velvet Petunia
‘Night Sky’Petunia Night Sky
‘Supertunia Latte’Supertunia Latte Petunia
‘Supertunia Bordeaux’Supertunia Bordeaux Petunia
‘Royal Magenta’Petunia Royal Magenta
‘Supertunia Raspberry Rush’Supertunia Raspberry Rush
‘Indian Summer’Petunia Indian Summer
‘Supertunia Mini Vista Midnight’Supertunia Mini Vista Midnight
‘Saffron Finch’Petunia Saffron Finch
‘Persimmon’Supertunia Persimmon
‘Daybreak Charm’Petunia Daybreak Charm
‘Supertunia Honey’Supertunia Honey
‘Supertunia Mini Vista Scarlet’Supertunia Mini Vista Scarlet
‘Trailing Rose Veined’Trailing Petunia
‘Supertunia Vista Silverberry’Supertunia Vista Silverberry
The Story
Plant Bio
Petunia x hybrida, or garden petunias, are popular tender perennials typically grown as annuals. They are prized for their wide range of flower colors and forms, and their long blooming season from late spring until the first frost. Foliage is slightly sticky and hairy.
This cultivar is distinguished by its unique, fully double, ruffled flowers featuring deep, velvety purple-black petals edged with a contrasting creamy gold. It has a mounding, semi-trailing habit, ideal for containers and hanging baskets.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Annual
Height
12 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
10
Water
Regular watering, avoid overhead watering
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Tender perennial, grown as an annual
Native To
South America (hybrid origin)
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Place in full sun for best flowering
- Fertilize weekly with a balanced liquid feed
- Pinch back to encourage bushier growth
- Deadhead spent flowers for continuous blooms
Pro Tip
Use well-draining soil and avoid overhead watering to prevent disease
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Deadhead to promote continuous flowering
- Fertilize weekly during the growing season
Don't
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings ❌
- Skip deadheading for best blooms ❌
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadhead | ||||||||||||
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Pest Check | ||||||||||||
| Pinch | ||||||||||||
| Plant |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
'Midnight Gold' Petunia questions
What zones can 'Midnight Gold' Petunia grow in?
'Midnight Gold' Petunia is hardy in USDA Zone 10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is 'Midnight Gold' Petunia deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse 'Midnight Gold' Petunia, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does 'Midnight Gold' Petunia bloom?
'Midnight Gold' Petunia typically blooms in late spring to frost through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does 'Midnight Gold' Petunia need full sun?
'Midnight Gold' Petunia does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
More Petunia to compare
Petunia Honey
Petunia x hybrida 'Honey'
Petunia Royal Velvet
Petunia x hybrida 'Royal Velvet'
Garden Petunia
Petunia x hybrida 'Mix'
Supertunia Vista Bubblegum Petunia
Petunia x hybrida 'Vista Bubblegum'
Petunia Autumn Mystery
Petunia x hybrida 'Autumn Mystery'
Petunia Picasso in Purple
Petunia x hybrida 'Picasso in Purple'
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Grow 'Midnight Gold' Petunia with confidence
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