Trimming petunias involves removing spent blooms and excess foliage to encourage new growth and maintain the plant’s overall health and appearance. Regular trimming promotes bushier plants with more blooms, preventing them from becoming leggy and reducing the risk of disease.
The benefits of trimming petunias extend beyond aesthetics. Removing dead or dying blooms prevents the plant from wasting energy on seed production, redirecting it towards producing new flowers. Additionally, trimming encourages air circulation, reducing the likelihood of fungal diseases. The removal of excess foliage also allows sunlight to reach the plant’s base, promoting new growth and preventing bare stems.
