Calibrachoa
Calibrachoa
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Calibrachoa
Calibrachoa, commonly called Million Bells, is a South American-origin hybrid annual producing hundreds of small, petunia-like flowers in a wide range of colors including pink, purple, red, yellow, and bicolors. Its trailing habit and prolific bloom make it a favorite for hanging baskets and cascading container displays. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink, Purple, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun (minimum 6 hours) for best bloom production; afternoon shade is acceptable in NE Florida's intense summer heat. Inadequate light reduces flowering significantly.
Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; containers dry out quickly in Florida heat so check daily in summer. Overwatering causes iron-chlorosis in sandy Florida soils — use acidic, well-draining potting mix.
Use a well-draining potting mix amended with compost; apply a controlled-release fertilizer at planting and supplement with a liquid acidic fertilizer monthly. In NE Florida, treat as a cool-season annual (plant Oct–Feb) or a seasonal container plant replaced each season.
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Common questions
Is Calibrachoa a good plant for St. Augustine?
Calibrachoa is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.