Pruning guide
How to prune petunia 'supertunia vista bubblegum'
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Pruning petunia 'supertunia vista bubblegum' — FAQ
When should I prune petunia 'supertunia vista bubblegum'?
Midsummer, when growth becomes elongated and flowering slows. Cut all stems back by one-third using scissors or shears. Cut above a leaf node to encourage branching. Follow immediately with a balanced liquid feed. Supertunia varieties recover quickly and typically rebloom within 2–3 weeks.
How often does petunia 'supertunia vista bubblegum' need pruning?
Once mid-season; the self-cleaning habit reduces the need for regular deadheading. Petunia 'Supertunia Vista Bubblegum' is a vigorous self-cleaning hybrid that requires less deadheading than older types, as it drops spent flowers on its own. However, a mid-season cutback by about a third prevents legginess and keeps the plant bushy and free-flowering. Feed well after trimming to support regrowth.
How do you prune petunia 'supertunia vista bubblegum'?
Cut all stems back by one-third using scissors or shears. Cut above a leaf node to encourage branching. Follow immediately with a balanced liquid feed. Supertunia varieties recover quickly and typically rebloom within 2–3 weeks.