Superbells® Tropical Sunrise Calibrachoa is a radiant dawn, blooming with vivid pink flowers streaked with golden yellow veins. Its lush green foliage spills beneath, thriving in sun with spirited vigor. This beauty ignites gardens with a tropical glow that shines all season long.
This stunner trails from baskets or sweeps over beds, weaving a cascade of rosy pink and sunny accents. It’s a low-maintenance treasure, flowering with vibrant brilliance through heat and light. Perfect for effortless charm, it turns any space into a lush, blooming paradise.
We grow Superbells® Tropical Sunrise without harmful pesticides, safe for your garden and the earth. It arrives thriving, ready to drench your outdoor haven with its sunrise hues and lively style, delivering a season-long burst of warm, captivating elegance.
Planting Instructions:
- - Plant in spring after the last frost date
- - Space plants 8-12 inches apart in containers, hanging baskets, or landscape beds
- - Superbells Calibrachoa are versatile and can be used as trailing plants or groundcover
Soil Preparation:
- - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.2 (slightly acidic)
- - Use well-draining, peat-based potting mix for containers
Watering Specifics:
- - Water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- - Superbells are more drought-tolerant than many Calibrachoa varieties
Fertilizer Type:
- - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 10-14 days during the growing season
- - Choose a fertilizer with micronutrients, especially iron
- - For landscape plants, use a slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer
Pruning and Training:
- - Minimal pruning required; Superbells are self-cleaning and don't need deadheading
- - If plants become leggy, trim back by about one-third to encourage bushiness
- - For hanging baskets, occasional trimming can help maintain a balanced shape
Additional Pest Management:
- - Watch for common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites
- - Monitor for diseases such as root rot and botrytis, especially in humid conditions
- - Superbells have good resistance to many common plant diseases
Blooming Indicators:
- - Produces an abundance of bell-shaped flowers, larger than typical Calibrachoa
- - Blooms continuously from spring through fall without deadheading
Light Requirements:
- - Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth
- - Can tolerate partial shade, but may become leggy and produce fewer flowers
Temperature Tolerance:
- - More heat-tolerant than many Calibrachoa varieties
- - Can tolerate light frost, but protect when temperatures drop below 35°F
Companion Plants for Superbells Calibrachoa:
- - Petunias: These classic annuals offer similar flower shapes in complementary colors
- - Verbena: Provides clusters of small flowers and a spreading habit that works well with Superbells
- - Angelonia: Offers vertical interest and complements the trailing habit of Superbells
- - Lantana: Provides contrasting flower clusters and thrives in similar conditions
- - Sweet Potato Vine: Adds contrasting foliage color and texture to Superbells' floral display
Proven Winners® Superbells® Tropical Sunrise Calibrachoa hybrid 'INCALTRSUN' USPPAF, Can PBRAF