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Superbells® Red

Muehlenbeckia axillaris

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Overview

Calibrachoa 'Superbells Red' is a vibrant, prolific bloomer bearing trumpet-shaped, deep red flowers. This sun-loving, trailing annual reaches 6-12 inches in height and can spread up to 24 inches. Ideal for hanging baskets, containers, or as a ground cover, it requires well-drained soil. Deadheading isn't necessary, and it thrives with regular watering and a balanced slow-release fertilizer to fuel continuous blossoming. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Solanaceae

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Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Calibrachoa 'Superbells Red' is a vibrant, prolific bloomer bearing trumpet-shaped, deep red flowers
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — This sun-loving, trailing annual reaches 6-12 inches in height and can spread up to 24 inches
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Deadheading isn't necessary
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Ideal for hanging baskets, containers, or as a ground cover, it requires well-drained soil
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — and it thrives with regular watering and a balanced slow-release fertilizer to fuel continuous blossoming
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — This particular variety is part of the Superbells series
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — renowned for their superb vigor
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — As a landscape architect assistant
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Their vibrant red blossoms can attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — offering an additional layer of dynamic life to the garden space
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — red flowers in the garden
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — annual with red blooms
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — annual for full
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Calibrachoa 'Superbells Red' is a vibrant, prolific bloomer bearing trumpet-shaped, deep red flowers; deadheading
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — highlight the fact that these hardy annuals are resistant to common garden pests
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — a light trim can encourage a fuller habit and further blooms.<br><br>When detailing to your client
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — If the plant becomes leggy or overgrown
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — it is recommended to fertilize the Calibrachoa \'Superbells Red\' every other week with a liquid fertilizer
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — though they are known for their drought tolerance once established.<br><br>For optimal growth
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — They are prolific bloomers from planting until frost
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — mounding to trailing annual
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — adding a hassle-free pop of color to any landscape
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches with a spread of 12-24 inches
Superbells® Red (Muehlenbeckia axillaris) — Its small petunia-like flowers make a bold statement in hanging baskets

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