When will National Wave Day be celebrated? May 3rd of each calendar year.
What is National Wave Day? National Wave Day, set to launch on May 3, the weekend before Mother’s Day, will be an annual celebration dedicated to honoring the beauty and lasting impact of Wave Petunias. This special day will highlight the vibrant colors and versatile varieties of Wave Petunias that have brought joy to gardeners and transformed outdoor spaces for the past 30 years.
How should National Wave Day be celebrated or observed? We encourage everyone to embrace the day by gardening with Wave Petunias! Whether in your own home garden or a community garden, planting Wave Petunias will add a vibrant burst of color to outdoor spaces, creating a unified and beautiful display. In addition, share your favorite gardening memories on social media and participate in meaningful discussions about what gardening means to you. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, National Wave Day is an opportunity to connect with others, celebrate the beauty of nature, and reflect on the joy that gardening brings to our lives.
Why was National Wave Day created? This day is being created to honor Wave Gardening’s 30th anniversary in 2025, celebrating not only the enduring impact of the original spreading petunia, Wave® Purple Classic, but also the exciting future of Wave and the beauty it continues to bring to outdoor spaces everywhere. Since it first wowed All-America Selections trial judges in 1995 with its reliable garden strength and vibrant magenta color, Wave® has become a beloved favorite in gardens across the nation, symbolizing resilience and beauty throughout the seasons. Over the past 30 years, Wave has expanded its plant family to include a variety of options for gardeners: Choose Wave® for spreading ground cover or trailing baskets, Tidal Wave® for expansive landscape beds, Easy Wave® and E3 Easy Wave™ for versatile and lush displays, and Shock Wave® for high-impact containers packed with petite blooms. National Wave Day will celebrate this legacy and look forward to the vibrant future of Wave in gardens everywhere.
Who created this day? This day was created by Wave Gardening in 2024.