Calibrachoa Seeds – Mini Petunia

Calibrachoa, also known as Mini Petunia, is a vibrant and trailing flowering plant ideal for hanging baskets, containers, and garden borders. These seeds produce compact, bushy plants covered in bright, trumpet-shaped blooms that last throughout the growing season. Known for their continuous flowering and low maintenance, Calibrachoa adds color and texture to any outdoor space.

Features:

• Produces abundant small, petunia-like flowers in a wide range of vivid colors.

• Ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes, and garden edges.

• Compact, trailing growth habit with dense foliage.

• Resistant to heat and light rainfall, making it suitable for warm climates.

• Long blooming period from late spring through fall.

• Attracts butterflies and pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Calibrachoa hybrida

• Common Name (US): Mini Petunia

• Plant Type: Annual (may act as perennial in warm zones)

• Height: 6–12 inches

• Spread: 12–18 inches

• Bloom Season: Late spring to early fall

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Water Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11

• Planting Time:

  • Indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost (February–March)

  • Outdoors: After the last frost when soil is warm (April–May)

• Germination Time: 10–14 days

• Temperature for Germination: 70–75°F (21–24°C)

Seasonal Details:

• Spring: Start seeds indoors or plant outdoors in frost-free zones.

• Summer: Peak blooming season with vibrant, continuous flowers.

• Fall: Continues flowering until temperatures drop below 50°F (10°C).