Seaside Petunia
Calibrachoa parviflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
MS
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Seaside petunia is a low-growing annual wildflower that produces small, colorful blooms from late spring through early fall. This compact plant forms spreading mats of foliage topped with delicate petunia-like flowers that attract pollinators throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Seaside Petunia takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Annual nature means seasonal gaps in coverage
- May appear too wild or informal for front yard standards
- Small stature could look sparse in formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The flowers provide nectar for bees and butterflies during its extended blooming period from May through September.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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