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Calibrachoa - Superbells ® Pink
Calibrachoa is very similar to a minature Petunia. Calibrachoa Superbells are easy to grow. The Calibrachoa Superbells ® Pink, 'Calibrachoa hybrids', is a fantastic annual hybrid from Proven Winners. Superbells Calibrachoa is more heat resistant than most of the Calibrachoas. This vigorous fast growing plant produces hundreds of vividly colored pink flowers that bloom from spring until first frost. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Superbells are self cleaning, you do not have to pinch off spent flowers. Place them in full sun, shade will severely limit the number of flowers. It can take the heat of hot southern summers making it a good replacement for petunias, and they can be perennial in zones 7 and warmer. Calibrachoa are popular for hanging baskets because of their cascading habit. You can expect hummingbirds to visit your garden when you plant Calibrachoa because they love the large trumpet shaped flowers and it’s good nectar source. Superbells can be grown in patio pots, window boxes and in beds. ... details
Geranium - Rocky Mountain* Magenta The Geranium Rocky Mountain* Magenta, 'Pelargonium x hortorum', is outstanding for landscaping. They are excellent in containers of all types from small pots to large tubs to window boxes and combine well with other plants such as petunias and ivies. These plants have succulent leaves and stems and they are commonly called garden geraniums or zonal geraniums. Geraniums are one of your best choices for use in hanging baskets. Fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. They make large, full-sized plants and are very showy in ground beds and containers with their large, colorful magenta blooms. Pinching of the shoots will promote bushiness Remove spent flowers to enhance flowering. Gardening News and Articles |
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