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Italian Petunia Grandiflora Alegra Orchid Vein F1 | Petunia for Cutting | Pelleted

Italian Petunia Grandiflora Alegra Orchid Vein F1 | Petunia for Cutting | Pelleted

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Italian Petunia Grandiflora Alegra Orchid Vein F1 | Pelleted Seed 

Elegant Cut Flower Petunia with Unique Veined Beauty

Introducing the stunning Petunia Grandiflora Alegra Orchid Vein F1 – a revolutionary addition to the Alegra series, specially bred for the cut flower market. This variety features large, fully double blooms with striking orchid-purple veining over soft pastel backgrounds, creating an elegant and sophisticated effect. Designed with strong, upright stems and a branching habit, ‘Orchid Vein’ is ideal for cutting, offering exquisite, long-lasting blooms for floral arrangements, wedding bouquets, and luxury displays.

Alegra Orchid Vein not only elevates floral designs but also grows beautifully in gardens and containers, thriving in full sun and tolerating cooler temperatures better than traditional petunias.


Key Features:

  • Fully double, frilled blooms with unique orchid veining
  • Excellent for cutting, with sturdy upright stems
  • Upright and branching habit with strong flower production
  • Great vase life and garden performance
  • Ideal for beds, borders, large pots, and floral design
  • First petunia bred especially for the cut flower market

Plant Details:

  • Plant Height: 50–60+ cm (up to 75 cm when cut for flowers)
  • Flower Diameter: 6–7 cm
  • Habit: Upright, well-branched
  • Pot Size: 20–25 cm
  • Crop Time (after potting): ~70 days
  • Uses: Cut flowers, floral décor, garden beds, event designs
  • Lifespan: Half-hardy annual (HHA)
  • Hardiness: Tolerates down to -5°C

Sowing & Growing Instructions:

  • Seed Form: Pelleted for easy sowing
    Sowing Time: 10 weeks before last frost
    Sowing Depth: Surface sow – requires light to germinate
    Soil Temp for Germination: 22–24°C
    Germination Time: 3–5 days
    Lighting: Provide 10–100 foot candles indoors; maintain >13 hours daylight for best flowering
    Spacing: 30 cm apart (pinch tips to promote bushy growth)
    Aspect: Full sun; partial shade tolerated in hot climates
    Days to Flower: Approx. 10 weeks after transplanting / 20 weeks from seed

Care Tips & Maintenance:

  • Feed regularly with a balanced NPK fertilizer (17-5-17 to 20-10-20)
  • Supplement with ammonium nitrate to encourage stem elongation
  • Provide light vertical support if growing for cut flower use
  • Water moderately, allowing topsoil to dry between waterings
  • Deadhead faded blooms to extend flowering period

Ideal Growing Conditions:

  • Temperature: 13–24°C for best results
  • Humidity: Start in high humidity (100%), reduce after 5 days
  • Light Requirements: >13 hours/day for flower induction
  • Soil: Rich, well-draining compost or garden soil
  • Pests to Watch: Botrytis, Rhizoctonia, Thrips

Why Grow Petunia ‘Alegra Mix’ F1?

✔ The first double-flowered petunia for cut flower production
✔ Stunning color palette and exceptional form
✔ Perfect for wedding florals, containers, and boutique bouquets
✔ Easy to grow with reliable bloom performance
✔ A fresh, elegant alternative to traditional petunias

Bring a touch of romance and refinement to your garden or floral business with Petunia Grandiflora Alegra Mix F1 – a must-grow for modern flower lovers and designers.

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