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petunia
noun
pe·tu·nia
pi-ˈtün-yə 
-ˈtyün-
: any of a genus (Petunia) of tropical South American herbs of the nightshade family that are commonly grown as annuals for their fragrant, colorful, trumpet-shaped flowers
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Since petunias bloom frequently, the task is easiest if approached often.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
With their sticky foliage and stems, petunias have never been an enjoyable plant to deadhead.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
Too much water, especially at the base of petunias, can cause rot problems.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2025
Four regional 2025 Ornamental Winners well suited to the Northeast, include one petunia and 3 nasturtiums.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2025
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
With their sticky foliage and stems, petunias have never been an enjoyable plant to deadhead.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
Too much water, especially at the base of petunias, can cause rot problems.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2025
Four regional 2025 Ornamental Winners well suited to the Northeast, include one petunia and 3 nasturtiums.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Petunia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petunia. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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petunia
noun
pe·tu·nia
pi-ˈt(y)ün-yə
: any of a genus of tropical South American herbs of the nightshade family widely grown for their showy funnel-shaped flowers
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