Starlet™ Lavender Star - Petunia

Starlet™ Lavender Star is a petunia selection in the Starlet line. Its lavender-toned flowers bring soft color to seasonal displays. Petunias are warm-season annuals with flowers in a broad color range, and they perform best when their light and soil needs are met. ## Placement and season Plant in full sun after local frost risk has passed. Illinois Extension describes petunias as half-hardy annuals and lists a May-to-October bloom season for Illinois; flowering dates vary in other climates. Use it in seasonal beds or containers, where the flowers can be enjoyed close to patios and paths. ## Growing conditions Choose moist, well-drained soil. Heavy soils can limit flowering, while steady moisture supports active growth. ## Maintenance Petunias benefit from occasional late-season pinching if stems become long or flowering slows. Illinois Extension notes that this can help keep plants compact and blooming; the same source advises avoiding very heavy soil. [Illinois Extension petunia guide](https://extension.illinois.edu/flowers/petunia)