Surprise Midnight Cowboy - Petunia

Midnight Cowboy is a dark-flowered petunia selection identified in patent records as Surprise Midnight Cowboy (Duesurmidco), with solid black flowers. Use it in sunny containers and annual beds for a dark focal point. The [patent record](https://patents.google.com/patent/US20200060134A1/en) documents the commercial name and selection code. ## Placement and growing conditions Use the dark flowers as a focal point in a container or pair them with pale flowers and bright foliage for contrast. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, watering when the surface begins to dry. Container plants need more frequent checks than plants in the ground because their mix loses moisture quickly. The [Illinois Extension petunia guide](https://extension.illinois.edu/flowers/petunia) summarizes general light, soil, and seasonal care for petunias. Flowering and mature form vary with weather and cultivation. ## Seasonal use Treat this named selection as a seasonal ornamental in climates with winter frost. Combine it with plants of contrasting color or texture, while leaving enough room for air movement around the foliage. Do not rely on a single watering interval across beds and exposed containers. ## Maintenance Remove damaged stems and spent or unattractive growth as needed. Keep container drainage open, and protect or replace the plant before frost where it is not winter-hardy outdoors.