Petunia hybrid Sophistica Lime Bicolour

Petunia hybrid Sophistica Lime Bicolour Seeds

Petunia hybrid Sophistica Lime Bicolour is an F1 hybrid from the Sophistica series by PanAmerican Seed, a premium designer collection of grandiflora petunias developed for retail positions that command a higher price point. The Sophistica line is defined by its exceptional, one-of-a-kind colors that fall completely outside the standard petunia color range. In Lime Bicolour, the large blooms display an unusual lime-green base tone with violet streaking radiating from the edges, creating a genuinely unique and eye-catching flower.
Plants are upright and lush with large grandiflora-sized blooms that fill out well in individual pots or mixed arrangements. This variety can flower successfully at 10-hour daylength, making it suited to the Gulf winter season. Note: Daminozide (Dazide) should not be used as a growth regulator on this variety as it may alter flower color; alternative PGR options such as Paclobutrazol or Flurprimidol are recommended for professional production.

Variety Details

• Hybrid type: F1 Hybrid Pelleted Seed
• Series: Sophistica (PanAmerican Seed)
• Color description: Lime-green base with violet streaking at petal edges
• Petunia type: Grandiflora
• Designer collection: Premium, specialty color

Key Features

• Premium F1 hybrid from the Sophistica designer collection.
• Rare lime-green and violet bicolor combination outside the standard petunia color range.
• Large grandiflora-sized blooms on upright, lush plants.
• Flowers successfully at 10-hour daylength (Gulf winter compatible).
• Specialty pricing potential at retail.

Plant Information

• Height: 25–38 cm
• Spread: 25–36 cm
• Plant type: Annual
• Flowering: First year
• Sun: Full sun to light shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate

Seed Germination

• Seed depth: Surface sow, do not cover
• Germination time: 7–14 days
• Ideal germination temperature: 22–24°C

Growing Tips

• Surface sow onto moist medium without covering.
• Maintain consistent moisture.
• Feed weekly with a potassium-rich flowering fertilizer to support the unusual color expression and bloom quality.
• Avoid using Daminozide on this variety as it can interfere with the lime-green and violet flower color.
• Use Paclobutrazol or Flurprimidol as growth regulator alternatives if needed. Deadhead spent flowers to maintain a clean, premium display.

Gulf Planting Season

• Best sowing time in the Gulf: September – November (indoor nursery)
• Transplanting: October – December
• Expected flowering: December – April

Garden Uses

• Specialty and designer containers
• Mixed high-end combination planters
• Feature specimen pots
• Borders and decorative bedding
• Florist and gift arrangements