Known by numerous names such as Calibrachoa, Million Bells and Mini Petunias, this fairly new species is dazzling and fun plant. The names Million Bells and Mini Petunias comes from the fact that it features hundreds of small, bell-like flowers that resemble miniature petunias. Available in a wide variety of colors form violet, blue, red, magenta, pink, orange, yellow and white, its trailing habit and bountiful flowers makes it perfect for use in hanging baskets, containers or as a small area ground cover. They grow from to 3 to 9 inches tall and will bloom from spring through fall.
Caring for Calibrachoa is minimal. The soil should be kept fairly moist but not soggy, especially in full sun areas as they may be challenged by the intense summer heat. Calibrachoas will perform best with some shade. Those in containers or pots may require a little more watering. Deadheading this plant is not required as the spent flowers readily drop following bloom but occasionally pinching back the stems will encourage a more compact growth.