What is tidal wave petunia?

Incredibly vigorous, Petunia ‘Tidal Wave Cherry’ is a mounding or spreading annual or perennial plant boasting masses of bright cherry flowers, 2 in. apart (30 cm), Tidal Wave petunias form a dense, mounded hedge up to 16-22 in. tall (40-55 cm). Grown in a restricted space with support, they grow an extra 2 to 3 ft.

Is petunia a tidal wave perennial?

Perennial (grown as an annual)

How do Tidal Wave petunias grow?

Place it in the ground all the way up to its soil line. Pack it in nicely. In the spring and fall, space Cool Wave Pansies 12 inches (30 cm) apart in the garden. After the chance of frost has passed, space Wave and Easy Wave Petunias 12 to 24 inches (30 to 60 cm) apart in garden beds.

How far apart do you plant Tidal Wave petunias?

‘Tidal Wave Silver’ is a spreading type of petunia. Wait until soil warms to about 60F degrees and frost danger has passed before transplanting petunias into the garden. Space grandifloras and multifloras about 12 inches apart in full sunlight, or several inches closer together when planted in a shadier location.

Where do you plant petunia tidal waves?

Plant climbing petunias in a sunny position with shelter from strong winds, in any light, well drained soil. Pinch out the growing tip of each stem to encourage branching and form a bushier plant which will produce more flowers later on. Feed and water petunia plants regularly, particularly during hot, dry periods.

How big do Tidal Wave petunias get?

Spaced a minimum of 12 in./30 cm apart, Tidal Wave petunias form a dense, mounded hedge, 16 to 22 in./41 to 56 cm tall. Grown in a restricted space with support, they grow an extra 2 to 3 ft./61 to 91 cm upward, like a vine.

What is the difference between Wave and Tidal Wave petunias?

Depending on the wave petunia variety, the blooms will be very close to the same size as Supertunias, if not the same. Shock Wave petunias will have smaller blooms, but Tidal Wave and Easy Wave petunias have larger blooms that are more comparable to Supertunias’ flowers.

What to do with a tidal wave Petunia?

Just as delightful in hanging baskets and windowboxes as the other Petunia Waves, it can also be used as a groundcover, a screen for unsightly garden areas (hiding that sawed-off tree stump or old metal pole wonderfully!), a vertical accent in combo planters, or a mounded plant in the annual bed!

How big does a tidal wave plant get?

This is the biggest Wave, spreading 5 feet wide and capable of being trained up a trellis or mounded into a round, bushy plant.

Where are tidal power plants located in the world?

China, Russia, and South Korea all have smaller tidal power plants. Tidal turbines are similar to wind turbines in that they have blades that turn a rotor to power a generator. They can be placed on the sea floor where there is strong tidal flow.

How does the Annapolis tidal power plant work?

The power plant comprises of a single four blade turbine and sluice gates. The gates are closed as the incoming tides create a head pond in the lower reaches of the Annapolis River upstream of the causeway.