I planted several petunias. It’s October and they’re dying. Do I pull them out of the ground and start over next year, or can I

Question

trim them and leave them for next year? I’ve always thought they are annuals but I’ve heard otherwise. It gets cold here, with a n occasional snow. Seattle area

Answer 1

Petunias are annuals. They can take a light frost but will not withstand continued cold or frosts. You can start fresh next spring or try to overwinter them indoors.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/petunia/petunia-care.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/petunia/overwintering-petunias.htm