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Petunias Wilting in Hanging Baskets: Soil Compaction and Overwatering

Three hanging baskets of petunias wilting, leaves dried not yellow. Watered daily, tried plant food—no help.

Diagnosis (The Long Island Gardener)

Soil likely too hard when dry—roots need air. Or overwatering: petunias must dry between waterings. They thrive on neglect. Check soil hardness and root condition of one plant.

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