Botanical Name: Petunia × hybrida ‘Supertunia® Royal Velvet’ Common Name: Petunia Hardiness Zone: Grown as an Annual in All Climates Size: 10–14" Tall × 18–24" Spread Growth Habit: Mounding to Lightly Trailing Habit Sunlight: Full Sun Soil: Well-Drained, Fertile Soil Water Needs: Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost Fertilizer: Regular Feeding for Best Performance Features: Deep Royal Purple Blooms with Velvety Texture, Nonstop Flowering, Self-Cleaning, Excellent Heat Tolerance Uses: Containers, Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, Borders, Mass Plantings

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More About Petunia ‘Supertunia® Royal Velvet’

Petunia ‘Supertunia® Royal Velvet’ is prized for its rich, saturated royal-purple blooms with a soft, velvety finish. The color is deep and luxurious, holding exceptionally well through summer heat without fading or washing out, even in full sun.

As part of the Supertunia® series, this variety is self-cleaning and continuously blooming, eliminating the need for deadheading while maintaining a full, well-branched habit. Flowers are produced steadily from late spring until frost.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Royal Velvet’ has been a reliable, season-long performer, combining strong flower production with excellent heat tolerance. It maintains clean foliage, consistent color, and an attractive shape with minimal maintenance.

We especially appreciate its design versatility. The deep purple pairs beautifully with yellows, whites, pinks, chartreuse foliage, and silver accents, making it easy to incorporate into both bold and elegant container designs.

Supertunia® Royal Velvet vs. Other Purple Petunias

Compared to standard purple petunias, ‘Supertunia® Royal Velvet’ offers deeper color, better heat stability, and heavier bloom.

When compared to darker novelty petunias, it delivers more consistent performance and easier maintenance. For gardeners seeking a luxurious purple petunia with proven reliability and nonstop bloom, Petunia ‘Supertunia® Royal Velvet’ is an excellent choice.