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Calibrachoa 'Superbells Tequila Sunrise'

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Calibrachoa is a relatively new genus of flowering plants. The first cultivars weren’t released until 1992. This cultivar’s self-cleaning, petunia-like flowers are painted in a sunny mix of orange, red, and yellow. It is an easy-to-grow, trailing perennial, often used as an annual in hanging baskets, window boxes, and other containers.

Noteworthy CharacteristicsDoesn't need deadheading. Long bloom season. Heat tolerant.

CareFull sun and well-drained soil. Allow the top of the soil to dry out before watering again to avoid root rot diseases. Self-cleaning, so no deadheading necessary.

ProblemsDisease resistant. Root rot diseases occur if overwatered.

  • Genus : Calibrachoa
  • Zones : 10, 11, 9
  • Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
  • Plant Width : 6 to 12 inches
  • Plant Type : Annuals
  • Characteristics : Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Uses : Containers
  • Bloom Time : Fall, Summer
  • Plant Seasonal Interest : Fall Interest
  • Tolerance : Frost Tolerant
  • Light : Full Sun
  • Maintenance : Low
  • Moisture : Medium Moisture
  • Growth Rate : Moderate
  • Flower Color : Red, Yellow

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