Also known as Million Bells · 94 gardener saves
Calibrachoa: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Calibrachoa, the genus most gardeners know as million bells. We track 24 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Calibrachoa varieties
Of 24 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedSuperbells Coral Sun
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Superbells Coral Sun'
#2 most savedCalibrachoa Mix
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Mix'
#3 most savedMillion Bells
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'White'
Calibrachoa Double Orange
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Double Orange'
Superbells White Million Bells
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Superbells White'
Million Bells
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Double Blue'
Million Bells
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Superbells Cherry Red'
Calibrachoa Double Redstone
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Double Redstone'
Calibrachoa Doublette Love Swept
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Doublette Love Swept'
Superbells Pomegranate Punch
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Pomegranate Punch'
Million Bells Yellow
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Yellow'
Million Bells
Calibrachoa x hybrida 'Blue Moon Punch'
Browse all 24 Calibrachoa varieties →
How to grow Calibrachoa
What the Calibrachoa varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 24 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Calibrachoa year
- FertilizeApril–September100% of varieties
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 1-2 weeks, especially in containers
- PlantApril and May71% of varieties
Plant transplants or rooted cuttings after all danger of frost has passed
- PruneJune and July63% of varieties
Trim back long, leggy stems by one-third in mid-summer to refresh growth
- Check for PestsMay–August50% of varieties
Monitor for aphids and spider mites, especially during hot, dry spells
- Pinch TipsApril and May46% of varieties
Pinch back leggy growth or tips early in the season to encourage bushiness.
Do
- Water consistently during hot weather 🌱
- Pinch back to promote bushiness
- Water regularly during hot weather 🌱
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly
Avoid
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Allow soil to dry out completely between watering ❌
- Overwater leading to root rot ❌
- Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings ❌
What goes wrong with Calibrachoa
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider mites | Webbing and speckled leaves | Use neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Use miticide or spray with water to dislodge mites |
| Root rot | Wilting and discolored roots | Ensure well-draining soil and reduce watering |
| Botrytis (Gray Mold) | Gray fuzzy mold on flowers and leaves | Improve air circulation and remove affected parts |
| Botrytis | Gray mold on flowers and leaves | Improve air circulation and remove affected parts |
Making more Calibrachoa
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch cuttings in early summer.
- Remove lower leaves and dip in rooting hormone.
- Plant in moist, well-drained soil.
- Keep moist and place in bright, indirect light.
- Roots develop in about 4-6 weeks.
Seeds
- Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost.
- Surface sow on moist seed-starting mix.
- Maintain temperature at 70°F (21°C).
- Keep soil consistently moist.
- Transplant seedlings outside after danger of frost passes.
Calibrachoa questions
How many types of Calibrachoa are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 24 distinct Calibrachoa varieties. The most popular — ranked by 94 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Calibrachoa grow in?
Across its varieties, Calibrachoa covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Calibrachoa bloom?
Most Calibrachoa varieties bloom in mid-summer, spring to fall, spring, summer, fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Calibrachoa should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
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