How to Grow Petunias from Seed

[@andycroft1710]

I'm a beginner in doing this as I normally just buy planted hanging baskets and plants from garden centres. However the video has given me the knowledge and inspiration to attempt this.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Andy. That's great to hear! Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@RightlyFree]

I double vote again: This is the best video on how to grow Petunias from Seeds 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@LearnHow2]

Your comments are much appreciated.

[@bethmurray5794]

This was super helpful! I'm going to try your method of growing bunches of them in a tray and then pot up. Petunias are so beautiful and come in so many colors :)

[@LearnHow2]

Glad to be of help. Good luck with your growing!

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

Great vidio, to the point. We've watched a couple of other channels methods that seem as though they would work but not as clear in direction as yours. We've snuck a peek at your library and there's at least a dozen or more that will be watched. We were also impressed when we saw in this video, that 2 years later you are still responding to comments, and not just a few but all of them. Full watch, thumbs up, subbed. TYFS, Mark n Rosa

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your kind words. Much appreciated.

[@cecilee7522]

Thank you for all your videos, I have learnt much from you. They are simple and easy to understand. Brilliant!

[@LearnHow2]

You're very welcome Cici! Keep safe.

[@sheeponwallstreet]

Thank you, I have always bought seedling petunias but this year I have lots of free time and will give this method a try.

[@LearnHow2]

That's great to hear Greg! Good luck with your growing and keep safe!

[@callumc6593]

I love you videos. You really have inspired me to do more gardening.

[@LearnHow2]

I'm so glad! It is always great to hear that I have inspired another gardener. Good luck with your growing.

[@callumc6593]

@@LearnHow2 Could you maybe do a how to grow larkspur/delphinium video because I really been wanted to grow them but I still want some tip and tricks.

[@marthabenner6528]

Thank you for posting these videos, they are very helpful.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Martha. You're very welcome!

[@mariebutler6912]

Hi, when germinated can they be put in a cold greenhouse or do they need to be kept indoors?

[@lauralangley7240]

Your Petunias turned out wonderful. What kind of natural growth fertailzer are you using if you don't mind me asking?

[@vanessaeden8174]

Wilko do great seeds plus other gardening products too. Their potting mat is very useful.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Vanessa. I have never had any trouble with Wilko seeds - they never fail to germinate. Keep safe.

[@Pear-zo4em]

The little water bottle is a really good idea, very Geoff Hamilton!

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rhinegeorge387]

I like your video and I am new in growing plants from seeds, I hope this helps me 😊, thank you

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you and Best of luck!

[@Mepjc]

Do you have any tips on how to water them once they germinate? We we've not found a way to do so without washing them out of the soil.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Pete. Two methods work well - 1) Spray with fine mist 2) Place the pot or tray in a shallow container with some water in it. The water is then drawn up from below without disturbing the seeds. Keep safe.

[@Mepjc]

@@LearnHow2 thanks for taking the time to reply. This year has been another disaster, so will have to try the cling film method next year!

[@Stu_Yorkie]

These are great videos. Thanks! Subscribed 👍

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Stu. Glad you like them! Thanks for the sub and keep safe.

[@user-qc5ps2ee5s]

Thank You and Hello. 😎

[@LearnHow2]

thank you too!

[@sandrakay26]

I planted mine directly into a pot outside today. And laid soil on top of the seeds. Will they not grow ?

[@runig549]

Which month you start ( February or before )

[@LearnHow2]

I start mine indoors in early February then plant out when the weather warms up. Keep safe.

[@MartasChamber]

Thank you, these videos are very informative. My petunia seeds seem to have stopped at the third step of this video. They’ve been looking like that for 10 days now, and don’t show signs of growth or strengthening. Is that normal? How do I encorauge them to grow? Thank you!

[@LearnHow2]

Lack of heat and/or light generally halts growing. Maybe add a tiny amount of fertilizer if the soil is poor.Keep safe.

[@anthonydoherty8840]

I grew petunias from seed over the last few years and they grew fine but when I put them in hanging baskets they died after about a month.I also bought some and the same thing happened.Would you have any idea why this would happen.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Anthony. Hanging baskets dry out very quickly as there is not much soil depth so you have to water regularly (I do mine every evening)- give them a good soaking. Secondly the soil quickly runs out of nutrients so you need to give it plant food every couple of weeks. Third - if the basket is exposed to full sun each day then the plants can quickly get scorched so partial sun/shade is best. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@anthonydoherty8840]

@@LearnHow2 I grew the petunias in used compost so I am wondering is this why they may have died.Could there be disease in the compost that effects them and not the other plants in the baskets. Regards Anthony

[@LearnHow2]

@@anthonydoherty8840 Never re-use compost for growing - as you say disease can build up in it and attack new plants. Also it will be very low in nutrients so plenty of plant food would be required. I spread my used compost around my garden on top of the flower beds.

[@anthonydoherty8840]

@@LearnHow2 Thanks that’s good to know.

[@Sunny14136]

Very informative video Thank you.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad it was helpful! Keep safe.

[@HarmlessComment]

Can I germinate in the same pot I want to keep the petunias in? Also I get a lot of direct sun and high heat in California, can I germinate in a shady corner when it is hot outside or should I germinate indoors when it is really hot outside? Thanks!

[@LearnHow2]

Yes you can use same pot! I would try to avoid temperatures above 24 degC until the seed has germinated. Keep safe.

[@daviddeangelis8928]

Would top soil be ok? Or compost is a must

[@LearnHow2]

Hi David. Compost is preferred as it retains moisture and is full of nutrients. A mixture of soil and compost is second best. Keep safe.

[@chrisheath7500]

how often do you water after planting seedlings? and how much water? My seedlings came up but have not grown at all since. And some are dark brown now.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Chris. Just keep the soil moist but not wet soil otherwise the roots drown and the plant dies. (The roots need air in the soil as well as water.) Make sure the plants are getting enough light. Kee safe.

[@omaeve]

The first thing you should do is mix the seeds with at least a liter of dirt I always use peat moss The same thing with carrots or any other super fine see it allows you to space them nice and evenly

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for the tips! Keep safe.

[@joejeweller7614]

Thanks!

[@LearnHow2]

You are very welcome! Keep safe.

[@barbiesaikia7081]

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[@LearnHow2]

Thankyou Pranjal.

[@aladdinn007]

When do you remove dome cover?

[@LearnHow2]

When the seeds have germinated and have a set of leaves.

[@visayangpinayinamerica5676]

thank you much for sharing

[@LearnHow2]

You are so welcome! Keep safe.

[@gertpienaar6988]

At what stage to you start to give them direct sunlight?

[@LearnHow2]

When the roots are established and have a good set of leaves. Approximately 4 to 6 weeks after planting seed.

[@dee-ri7ot]

Thankyou xx

[@LearnHow2]

You’re welcome 😊 Keep safe.

[@limbirthrmarak175]

Wowww 😍😍

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you. Keep safe.

[@perry521]

*Hello, I am from Peru in South America, I have tried to sow petunia seeds in containers and a transparent lid, but the seeds do not germinate, sometimes I manage to germinate only one or two, but the rest do not, but they only live a week, and then they die, I don't know what to do, would you be kind enough to advise me please, thank you.*

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Percy. The seeds need light (but not direct sunlight) to germinate. Do not cover with soil but place seeds on the soil surface. For those that germinate and die I can only offer general advice which is usually one of three things 1) too much or too little water, 2) too much or little heat 3) not enough light. Best wishes and keep safe.

[@perry521]

​@@LearnHow2 *Thanks for answering, I will follow your advice, you are very kind.*

[@elliemartin5912]

Very informative

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Ellie. Glad it was helpful! Keep safe.

[@Ironbeautifly]

You forgot pinching sir

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for pointing that out.

[@rwalsh4790]

Do u water the seeds everyday when u first start off?

[@LearnHow2]

Do you mean when seeds are first planted? or when they are put into the ground? Keep safe.

[@rwalsh4790]

@@LearnHow2 Thank you so much for replying. Yes when u first plant the seeds. Do u water everyday like a normal plant?. Keep Safe 😊

[@LearnHow2]

@@rwalsh4790 Only water enough to keep the soil damp but not wet. Seeds need air as well as water to germinate so if you soak them too much the water will push all the air out of the soil and they will drown and rot.

[@rwalsh4790]

@@LearnHow2 thank you for all your advice, your the best. I planted Petunias about 5 days ago and they have germinated and have starting to sprout up. 😁🌱

[@LearnHow2]

@@rwalsh4790 That's great to hear! Enjoy your beautiful flowers this summer. Best wishes.

[@vangiegamboahardinerasabuk6908]

where can we find the seeds of petunia

[@LearnHow2]

I buy mine from a local gardening store but I dont know what is available in your country. Keep safe.

[@PeterHinkle]

This is your idea of instruction? Keep watered? When? How often? How much? I’m sorry, I’m sure you’re a very nice man but the only people this video would help are people already knowledgeable enough about gardening that they don’t need to watch it.

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your comment. My aim is to be of help to everyone so I will try to make improvements to future videos.

[@johnwc32703]

dude buy some cell trays

[@LearnHow2]

Will do!

[@myrabyanka5442]

What about lighting, for God's sake?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Myra. I am not sure what you are asking? Keep safe.

[@erikop9773]

4:11 Tragedy happens.........

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Eriko. I was annoyed when I broke a plant - I am usually so careful. Keep safe.