Calibrachoa
Calibrachoa × hybrida
flowerCalibrachoa is a tender perennial often grown as an annual, featuring delicate petunia-like flowers in an extensive range of colors and patterns. These trailing plants are perfect for hanging baskets, window boxes, and container gardens, producing abundant blooms from spring until frost. They are low-maintenance, heat-tolerant, and can flower for months with minimal deadheading required.
Common Problems
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Care Guide
Toxicity
Non-toxic; safe for households with children and pets
Common Diseases
Common Pests
Seasonal Care
Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.
Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.
Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.
Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calibrachoa the same as a mini petunia?
It's closely related and often called "Million Bells" for its petunia-like flowers, but it's a distinct genus with smaller blooms, a trailing habit, and generally more disease resistance than true petunias.
Why does my container Calibrachoa need daily watering in summer?
Container plants dry out fast in hot weather — this tender perennial in a pot may need daily watering when the top inch of soil dries quickly under summer heat.