What's Growing in and around Westwood Right Now

I thought petunias were annuals, but last year's petunias have returned to a window box this June. It turns out that technically, petunias are classified as tender perennials!  

They typically need to have mild winters and cool summers to return year after year. In northern climates like Westwood's, where one would not expect them to survive the frost or snow, petunias are sold as annuals. 

 Garden Design suggests using petunias in window boxes, hanging baskets, and containers.  They can be planted in masses or used to quickly cover bare spots in the garden while preventing weeds.

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