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How to Grow and Care for Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Special care points include regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and the need for occasional pruning to encourage fuller growth. Additionally, calibrachoa benefits from periodic fertilization to promote blooms throughout the growing season.

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Watering schedule: Every week

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Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Calibrachoa

Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanAnnual
Watering ScheduleEvery week
Sunlight RequirementsPartial sun
Hardiness Zones
9-12
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Types of Calibrachoa
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Seaside petunia

Seaside petunia (Calibrachoa parviflora) is a small wildflower species that can grow to be 2.5 cm tall and 30 cm wide. Seaside petunia is often planted as ground cover because it blooms delicate pinkish lavender, petunia-like blossoms in spring and summer. It is commonly found growing along streams in deserts and wetland areas.

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Seaside petunia 'Superbells Yellow Chiffon'

Seaside petunia 'Superbells Yellow Chiffon' is different from its counterparts in that its flowers are purely yellow in color with green veins. Cultivated by leading plant propagator, Proven Winners, this Calibrachoa parviflore cultivar owes its trademarked name to being the yellow one of the ‘Superbells’ series. This is a popular choice for gardeners due to its low maintenance, heat tolerance, and resistance to disease.

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Million bell 'Superbells Saffron'

Million bell 'Superbells Saffron' is named for its saffron-yellow flowers and its placement in the Superbells Series. This series is known for its unique mounding habit and interesting colors. Million bell 'Superbells Saffron' is the only cultivar in this series with saffron blooms. This cultivar is ideal for use in containers and beds.

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Million bell 'Superbells Sweet Tart'

Million bell 'Superbells Sweet Tart' is a low-growing, trumpet-shaped flower that comes in shades of pink, yellow, and white, with a deep maroon center. It blooms from spring until frost, making it a popular choice for containers and hanging baskets. The flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, while being non-toxic to pets and humans. Its name comes from the numerous bell-shaped flowers and the sweet-tart coloration of the blooms.

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Million bell 'Superbells Double Orchid'

An excellent choice for container gardens and hanging baskets, million bell 'Superbells Double Orchid' has a compact, slightly-trailing growth habit that produces an abundance of lavender-pink double flowers. Reminiscent of a small petunia, this million bell cultivar attracts hummingbirds and grows from late spring until the first frost.

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