What is Trailing Petunias?

At Trailing Petunia, we take pride in being a small business dedicated to providing premium seeds and plants, backed by a wealth of knowledge and experience. Our mission is to empower fellow gardening enthusiasts with the tools and resources needed to cultivate lush and vibrant gardens. Join us in sowing the seeds of beauty and life, and let Trailing Petunia be your trusted partner in your gardening endeavors.

What types of products do you offer?

At Trailing Petunia, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a wide range of premium seeds to cater to all your gardening needs. Our seeds are carefully selected, rigorously tested for germination rates, and sourced from trusted suppliers.

How can I place an order?

To place an order, simply browse through the website's products and click on the items you wish to purchase. Add them to your cart, proceed to checkout, and follow the instructions to provide your shipping and payment details. Once your order is successfully placed, you will receive a confirmation email.

What payment methods are accepted?

Trailing Petunia accepts various payment methods, including major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, and other secure online payment options. All transactions are encrypted and secure to protect your sensitive information.

What are the shipping costs and delivery times?

Shipping costs and delivery times may vary depending on your location and the chosen shipping method. The exact shipping cost will be calculated during the checkout process after you enter your shipping address. Estimated delivery times will also be provided at that time.

Do you provide order tracking information?

Yes, you will get an email with tracking information as soon as your order ships. Using this data, you can follow the progress of your package's delivery and track it.

What is your return and exchange policy?

Your satisfaction with your purchase is important to Trailing Petunia. Within a certain time limit (usually 30 days from the delivery date), you can ask for a refund or exchange if you still need more time to get a refund or exchange. For thorough details on the return procedure, please see the website's "Returns" section.

How do I cancel an order?

If you need to cancel an order, please get in touch with us right away. In cases when the order has not yet shipped, we might be able to cancel it.

Can I contact customer support for assistance?

Absolutely! Contact the Trailing Petunia customer service staff if you need help placing your order, have any queries, or need any other assistance. They are available by phone or email and are pleased to answer any questions you may have.

Is my personal information safe on this website?

Yes, Trailing Petunia takes data security seriously. Your personal information is safeguarded by the website using industry-standard security procedures and all transactions are encrypted for your protection.

Can I subscribe to receive updates and promotions?

Yes, you can sign up for the Trailing Petunia newsletter to get notifications about new products, sales, and discounts. You can subscribe to the website's newsletter by entering your email address in the box located on the website's homepage.

Late Summer Gardening: What to Plant Now for a Fall Harvest

July 20, 2025

Yes, You Can Still Plant—Here’s What to Grow in Late Summer

Think it’s too late to plant? Think again! Late summer is actually the perfect time to sow a new wave of flowers, herbs, and vegetables that will thrive in cooler fall weather. Whether you're looking to extend your harvest or fill in fading summer beds, we've got the perfect seed picks to plant right now.

At Garden Starts Nursery, we grow plants from seed in our working nursery. Before starting a fall crop, compare its growing time with your local first frost date and expected temperatures. Late-summer planting windows vary by region, and seeds need time to establish. Our online stores sell seeds, not live plants.

🥕 Best Vegetables to Plant in Late Summer

These crops love cooler temps and will mature just in time for fall:

Lettuce & Leafy Greens – Fast-growing and frost-tolerant.
Radishes – Ready to harvest in as little as 30 days.
Spinach – A cool-season classic for salads and sautés.
Carrots – Sweeten with cool nights—perfect for a fall harvest

👉 Shop Fall Veggie Seeds Here

🌸 Flowers You Can Still Grow From Seed

Many annuals and cool-season bloomers love late summer planting:

Calendula – Thrives in cooler temps and blooms into fall.
Pansies & Violas – Colorful, cold-tolerant, and easy to start now.
Sweet Alyssum – Low-growing and fragrant, perfect for borders.
Snapdragons – Start now for fall color and early spring blooms.

👉 Browse Flower Seeds to Plant Now

Which Seeds Should I Choose for Fall?

For a quick vegetable crop, compare Early Scarlet Globe radishes with Starstruck lettuce and Olympia spinach. If your goal is container color rather than an edible harvest, choose Colossus Marina pansies or Colormax Lavender Flash violas. Parsley is a useful kitchen-garden choice when you have time for seedlings to establish. The listed crop times are planning guides from the product descriptions, not guaranteed harvest dates in every garden.

Starstruck Lettuce

250 seeds. Crisp Batavia lettuce, listed at around 42 days to maturity.

Best for: fresh salads and cut-leaf harvests.

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Early Scarlet Globe Radish

250 seeds. Round red roots with mild white flesh, listed at about 25 days to maturity.

Best for: quick crops and repeated small sowings.

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Olympia Spinach F1

200 seeds. Slow-bolting spinach, listed at about 45 days to harvest.

Best for: cool-season greens for salads and cooking.

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Colossus Marina Pansy

50 seeds. Large blooms on compact plants around 4–5 inches tall.

Best for: blue-toned color in containers and beds.

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Colormax Lavender Flash Viola

50 seeds. Lavender-toned flowers on compact 4–6-inch plants.

Best for: low borders, pots, and mixed containers.

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SimplyHerbs Parsley

25 multi-pelleted seeds. Large-leaf Italian parsley growing about 15 inches tall.

Best for: fresh kitchen herbs from a pot or garden bed.

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🌿 Don’t Forget the Herbs

Quick-growing herbs like:

Cilantro – Prefers cooler weather and grows fast.
Parsley – Hardy and slow to bolt in fall.
Dill – Great for late pickling and pollinators

👉 Grab Herb Seeds While It’s Still Planting Season

🌞 Plant Now, Enjoy Later

Late summer planting isn’t just possible—it’s smart gardening. You’ll get a second wave of color, flavor, and freshness without needing to start from scratch next year.