WEST CHICAGO, Ill.,
May 4, 2021 /CNW/ -- Gardening is the
perfect way to revitalise your home, enhance your mood and safely
spend time outdoors with your family. Sun-loving Wave®
Petunias and Cool Wave® Pansies are two
great choices for adding high-impact, low maintenance flowers
throughout your favourite outdoor spaces, from large yards to
balcony gardens. With a few creative ideas and easy suggestions,
you'll help your plants thrive so you can enjoy stunning colour
month after month.
Whether you're a new or advanced gardener, use these tips for
planting long-lasting Wave® Petunias and Cool Wave® Pansies in both
traditional and unique ways:
Enjoy flowers up, down and all around
Pansies and petunias are two timeless plants that are available
in an array of fun colours so you can add visual interest
throughout your sunny outdoor spaces. Get creative by making your
own flower-filled hanging baskets or create interesting designs and
patterns in flower beds. You can even add vertical appeal to spaces
by up-cycling a hanging shoe organizer, filling each pouch halfway
with soil and adding Wave® Petunias. With their dramatic
spread, exceptionally long bloom time and weather resistance,
Wave® Petunias brighten up gardens, patios and balconies
with bold colour — and they're virtually care-free.
Use heartier plants for early spring gardening
As days grow longer and the weather becomes milder, you're ready
to dig into the dirt. However, since spring can be unpredictable,
you want to make sure your flowers can handle the cooler
temperatures. Not only do Cool
Wave® Pansies withstand the cooler
temperatures, but they're also easy to grow and maintain, making
them a great choice for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike.
Available in many colours including raspberry, white and bicolour
options, you can get creative with flowers as soon as the seasons
change. Plant these in early spring and enjoy the cheery feel they
add to any garden for months to come.
Colourful fun beyond the garden
In addition to beautifying your outdoor spaces, Cool
Wave® Pansies are a simple way to enhance any
DIY project. These elegant flowers make a stunning edible garnish
for charcuterie boards, fruit platters, salads or cocktails. Want
to elevate ice cubes? Add colourful pansies to the tray before
freezing. You can also press pansies to dry for use in arts and
crafts, such as creating beautiful bookmarks, colourful cardstock
or a one-of-a-kind phone case.
Brighten baskets with on-trend yellow blooms
A warm yellow colour called "Illuminating" is a 2021 Pantone
Color of the Year, a tone that conveys joy and hopefulness. Taking
inspiration from this on-trend shade, you can add a dash of
inspiration to your garden with Easy Wave® Yellow. These
petunias add sunny bursts of colour to flower baskets or window
boxes. Additionally, these fast-growing plants bloom freely all
season without much maintenance. You can enjoy these happy yellow
flowers as seasons turn because they tolerate both heat and cooler
conditions well.
Be bold in flower beds with mixed colours
When summer hits, you'll want to enjoy bursts of rich colour
when you entertain outdoors. That's why there's no better option
than the vivid hues in the Easy
Wave® Beachcomber Mixture. Inspired by the colours
of the coast, this petunia mix features pinks, purples and blues
that dazzle in any outdoor space, but are particularly pleasing in
flower beds. To enjoy the blooms as long as possible, occasionally
cut back the spent petals to rejuvenate the plants for fresh, new
growth.
Gardening is a low-stress healthy hobby for people of all ages.
It's a wonderful escape when done solo or makes for great quality
time spent together as a family. Use these ideas to guide you in
your gardening activities and reap the benefits of long-lasting
petunia and pansy blooms. For additional inspiration and friendly
advice, visit www.wavegardening.com.
Contact: Kalli LeVasseur,
Kalli@zapwater.com
SOURCE Wave®