Petunia 'Black Satin'

This dramatic, velvety petunia produces deep near black blooms that add striking contrast to summer planting schemes. Petunia ‘Black Satin’ is perfect for creating bold, modern displays in containers, hanging baskets, and borders, where its rich colour pairs beautifully with softer tones and bright accents.

Petunia ‘Black Satin’, commonly known as Petunia, is loved for its long flowering season and impactful colour. Its gently trailing to mounding habit makes it ideal for filling out pots and baskets, providing continuous interest throughout the warmer months.

Tender Perennial often grown as an annual in the UK

Bushy, Trailing to Mounding, Long flowering

Flowers: May – October

Foliage: May – October

Scientific Name
Petunia ‘Black Satin’ (petunia comes from a South American word for tobacco, referring to its botanical relatives)

Common Name
Petunia

Origin
Hybrid cultivar derived from species native to South America

Pruning Tips
Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering. Trim back leggy growth mid season to promote a fuller, bushier plant

Wildlife Value
Attracts pollinators such as bees and occasionally moths

Positioning
Full sun in a sheltered spot. Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and the front of borders

Water
Water regularly, especially in containers, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged

Soil
Well drained, fertile soil or high quality multipurpose compost

Food
Feed every 1 to 2 weeks during the growing season to support strong, continuous flowering

Pet-safe
Generally considered non toxic to pets

Sprouts Top Tips
Use this variety to add depth and contrast to your displays. Pair with whites, soft pinks, or lime greens to really make the dark blooms stand out.