Imagine stepping into your garden at dusk and seeing your flowers softly glowing in the dark, as though sprinkled with stardust. Bioluminescent petunias are more than just plants – they’re a glimpse into the future of gardening, where science and nature merge to create something truly magical. Here’s everything you need to know about these glowing wonders.

What Are Firefly Petunias & How Do They Work?

Bioluminescent petunias are a groundbreaking innovation in plant science, emitting their own soft, ethereal glow. Scientists achieved this by incorporating genes from naturally bioluminescent organisms, like fungi, allowing the plants to produce luciferase—an enzyme that reacts with a compound called luciferin, oxygen, and other cofactors to generate light. As long as their metabolic processes are active, these petunias will continue to glow in low-light conditions.

This fusion of nature and technology creates a stunning visual effect, perfect for evening gardens or indoor displays. Whether you’re a plant enthusiast or just love something unique, these luminous petunias are sure to captivate. In fact, their mesmerizing glow even landed them on the cover of Time Magazine!

Key Features:

• Self-Sustained Glow: No need for UV light or dyes – the glow is entirely natural and self-powered.
• Subtle and Soft Light: Their glow is not overly bright but creates an enchanting ambiance.
• Continuous Illumination: They emit light continuously, as long as their metabolic processes are active.

Light Up the Night

Get ready for a glow-in-the-dark garden party! Join us for a magical evening as we showcase the mesmerizing Firefly Petunias—the flowers that glow! Get an up-close look at these stunning blooms, see them shine in the night, and even take one home to light up your own garden. But that’s not all! Enjoy food, drinks, music, and more for all ages. Whether you’re a plant pro or just love unique experiences, this is a night you won’t want to miss!

Event Details

• Date: May 31st, 2025
• Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm
• Location: Salem Garden Center (7530 288th Avenue, Salem, WI 53128)
• Admission: FREE

Pre-Order Your Firefly Petunias

Firefly Petunias will be available for purchase during the event, but reserving yours here is a great way to secure the ones you want! Pre-ordering is not required to attend. Limit of 5 per customer. Breezy Hill Nursery will not be shipping any orders—all reserved petunias must be purchased and picked up in-store during the event.

Firefly Petunias are annuals and are excluded from all returns.

Fill out the form below to reserve yours!