Most of you probably have grown petunias. Some of you have moved on, while others remain faithful to this favorite annual flower. And there’s a new wave of petunias making a big splash in the garden.

COLORADO, USA — I've always loved petunias but I'm growing more these days since I've noticed that they are rarely bothered by Japanese beetles. To grow great petunias, you've got to understand them.

Are you searching for reliable, easy-care color for the landscape this summer? Look for new and improved petunias that tolerate the heat. Petunias of the past couldn’t handle the heat, but newer ...