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Genus Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa Calibrachoa 'Superbells Tequila Sunrise' Photo/Illustration: Colleen Fitzpatrick
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Closely related to the Petunia genus, the two dozen or so Calibrachoa species hail from South America and parts of the southern U.S. Though they are evergreen perennials, they are mostly grown as annuals or short-lived perennials. Flowers are the typical petunia shape, but smaller. They are great for containers or as bedding.
Noteworthy characteristics: Small, petunia-like flowers. Evergreen, sprawling foliage. Tolerates light frosts.
Care: Grow in sun or part shade. Pinch back to encourage more flowers.
Propagation: Start from tip cuttings.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa 'Callie Rose Star’ Calibrachoa 'Callie Rose Star’
(Callie Rose Star)
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This rose-and-cream Calibrachoa is one of a kind. The unique markings on the petals and the plant's mounding habit make it a standout in hanging baskets and containers.

Calibrachoa 'Superbells Tequila Sunrise' Calibrachoa 'Superbells Tequila Sunrise'
(Millon bells, Trailing petunia)
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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.

Calibrachoa 'Million Bells' Calibrachoa 'Million Bells'
('Million Bells' calibrachoa)
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Million Bells were the very first calibrachoa series on the market. This exciting new plant category was created in 1993 by the breeders at Suntory Flowers in Japan. Available in a broad spectrum of colors, Million Bells are perfect in pots, hanging baskets, window boxes and landscapes. These hybrids are heat tolerant, cold hardy and amazingly prolific, blooming well into fall. Choose from trailing, mounding and more compact Bouquet types. For best results, plant in full sun.

Calibrachoa Superbells® Cherry Star Calibrachoa Superbells® Cherry Star
(Superbells® Cherry Star Calibrachoa )
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

From Proven Winners: There is nothing more super than Superbells. If there was a word that meant extra, extra super it still wouldn't be as super as we are. Calibrachoas are a new type of plants that sort of look like little Petunias, which makes sense seeing as were related. Only Superbells aren't sticky, perk right back up after it rains, and stay compact and bushy even when were stressed. Superbells are Proven Winners newest Calibrachoas. Were the ones covered with hundreds of flowers from early spring all the way through those first light frosts. Just 6 - 10 inches tall, our long, long, trailing branches cascade over the sides of hanging baskets and other containers, and spread over flower beds. Hummingbirds are cuckoo about us.

Calibrachoa Superbells® Dreamsicle Calibrachoa Superbells® Dreamsicle
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Calibrachoas are great alternatives to petunias. Superbells® Dreamsicle is cloaked with larger-than-usual, yellow-throated apricot-orange flowers. It can create a carpet of color or cascade beautifully from a container.

Calibrachoa Superbells® Lemon Slice Calibrachoa Superbells® Lemon Slice
(Superbells® Lemon Slice Calibrachoa )
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

From Proven Winners: The unique bicolor pattern of white and bright yellow has never been seen in a Calibrachoa, and it is sure to capture your attention.