Calibrachoa (Calibrachoa x hybrida or Calibrachoa group) split from the petunia family (Petunia group) in 1989, but the two plants share similar needs for water, soil and temperature. Also called seashore petunia, trailing petunia or million bells, calibrachoa is a somewhat smaller plant with smaller flowers than a petunia. Calibrachoa grows in mounds 3 to 9 inches tall or as trailing stems about 20 inches long, while petunias grow 10 to 14 inches tall and spread 2 to 3 feet wide. Calibrachoa grows in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11 and as an annual elsewhere.
Seaside Petunia Care
Calibrachoa Parviflora
Other names: Seaside-petunia, Small Flower Petunia, Nierembergia Viscidula, Petunia Parviflora, Wild Petunia, Midget Petunia
What is the plant
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
9b - 11
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
As a general rule, water petunias once a week with a thorough watering to promote healthy roots. Petunias prefer soil that is evenly moist, yet well draining as damp soil causes root rot. Wait until a top inch or 2.5 cm of soil feels only slightly moist before watering petunias again with a generous soak.
Pruning
Never remove more than a third of the foliage in any one year and cut just above a node on the stem.
Fertilizer
Use slow-release fertilizer for container plants. Avoid using too much fertilizer.
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Sunlight
This plant needs a lot of sunlight, but it has to be protected from the strongest rays of the sun.
Soil
Well-drained.
Temperature
They prefer temperatures between 55 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Container
Pot should provide ample drainage and room for growth.
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