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Plum II Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa

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Overview

The Calibrachoa 'Plum II' is a trailing annual with abundant small, plum-purple, petunia-like flowers over green foliage. It grows 6-12 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inches, forming a mounded spiller for containers and hanging baskets. Plant in part sun to full sun with average, well-drained soil and moderate water; deadheading is not needed. Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-11b.

Water Medium
Plum II Calibrachoa — petunia-like flowers over green foliage
Plum II Calibrachoa — It grows 6-12 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inchesPlum II Calibrachoa — Plant in part sun to full sun with average, well-drained soil and moderate water; deadheading is not neededPlum II Calibrachoa — forming a mounded spiller for containers and hanging basketsPlum II Calibrachoa — Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-11bPlum II Calibrachoa — commonly referred to as Plum II CalibrachoaPlum II Calibrachoa — is a richly colored annual from the Proven Winners® collection+23

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Solanaceae

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Plum II Calibrachoa — petunia-like flowers over green foliage
Plum II Calibrachoa — It grows 6-12 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inches
Plum II Calibrachoa — Plant in part sun to full sun with average, well-drained soil and moderate water; deadheading is not needed
Plum II Calibrachoa — forming a mounded spiller for containers and hanging baskets
Plum II Calibrachoa — Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-11b
Plum II Calibrachoa — commonly referred to as Plum II Calibrachoa
Plum II Calibrachoa — is a richly colored annual from the Proven Winners® collection
Plum II Calibrachoa — set against fresh green foliage that keeps the display lush and full
Plum II Calibrachoa — Its small plum-purple blooms appear in generous succession from planting until hard frost
Plum II Calibrachoa — valued for its cascading habit and abundant
Plum II Calibrachoa — The color reads deep and velvety
Plum II Calibrachoa — bringing a sophisticated note to container combinations and pairing beautifully with silver foliage
Plum II Calibrachoa — or deeper companions such as blackcurrant and burgundy-toned annuals.<br><br>Compact yet vigorous
Plum II Calibrachoa — Plum II Calibrachoa typically reaches 6 to 12 inches tall and trails 12 to 24 inches wide
Plum II Calibrachoa — forming a soft mound that spills gracefully over container edges
Plum II Calibrachoa — Gardeners often appreciate its reliable flowering through the season
Plum II Calibrachoa — Though grown as an annual in most climates, it is winter-hardy in USDA Zones 9a through 11b
Plum II Calibrachoa — where ample light supports dense growth and steady bloom production
Plum II Calibrachoa — well-drained soil and average moisture
Plum II Calibrachoa — allow the top of the potting mix to dry slightly before watering again
Plum II Calibrachoa — with particular care taken not to keep the roots overly wet
Plum II Calibrachoa — Deadheading is not necessary
Plum II Calibrachoa — and provide regular fertilizer to sustain the plant’s long bloom cycle
Plum II Calibrachoa — and mixed container plantings

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