This bold trailing plant produces masses of rich red trumpet-shaped flowers that create a vibrant splash of colour throughout summer. Petunia ‘Sanguna Red’ is a compact yet vigorous variety, ideal for hanging baskets, patio pots, and window boxes where its cascading habit can spill naturally over the edges. Flowering continuously from late spring until the first frosts, it delivers reliable colour and strong garden performance all season long.
Petunia ‘Sanguna Red’, commonly known as Trailing Petunia, is prized for its intense red blooms and weather-tolerant nature. The velvety flowers stand out beautifully against lush green foliage and work brilliantly in both bold summer displays and mixed container arrangements. Its free-flowering habit and self-cleaning blooms make it an easy-care choice for bright, colourful outdoor planting.
Tender Perennial
Trailing, Basket Plant, Long Flowering
Flowers: Late Spring to First Frosts
Foliage: Spring to Autumn
Scientific Name
Petunia ‘Sanguna Red’
Common Name
Trailing Petunia
Origin
Cultivated hybrid developed from South American Petunia species
Pruning Tips
Trim back longer stems lightly during midsummer if plants begin to look tired or stretched. This encourages fuller growth and fresh flowers.
Wildlife Value
The nectar-rich flowers may attract bees and other pollinating insects during summer.
Positioning
Thrives in full sun in hanging baskets, patio containers, window boxes, and raised planters. Best grown in a warm, sheltered spot.
Water
Keep compost evenly moist during warmer weather, particularly in baskets and containers that dry out quickly. Avoid waterlogged soil.
Soil
Prefers fertile, free-draining compost with good moisture retention. A quality peat-free basket compost is ideal.
Food
Feed every 1–2 weeks with a high-potash liquid fertiliser to encourage strong flowering throughout the season.
Pet-safe
Generally considered non-toxic to pets, although ingestion may still cause mild stomach upset.
Sprouts Top Tips
Pair with softer pinks, whites, or trailing foliage plants to make the rich red flowers stand out even more in summer baskets and containers.
