Million Bells Calibrachoa Minifamous Double Light Blue = 'Kleca16364' (PBR) (Minifamous Series) (d)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

ABOUT

The Calibrachoa Minifamous Double Light Blue, part of the Minifamous Series, features a stunning display of flowers that are reminiscent of miniature petunias. The 'Kleca16364' (PBR) displays a delicate light blue hue, with flowers that have a unique double or multi-layered appearance, giving them a full, lush look. These blooms are notable for their soft, pastel color palette which provides a serene and calming presence in any garden setting. The flowers themselves are small and trumpet-shaped, often densely packed and creating a prolific floral show that cascades beautifully, making them a popular choice for hanging baskets and containers. The plant's foliage is typically green, acting as a contrasting backdrop to the showy blossoms that continuously emerge throughout the growing season.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Solanaceae.
- Synonyms
  Mini Petunia, Million Bells.
- Common names
  Calibrachoa Minifamous Double Light Blue = 'Kleca16364'
Toxicity
- To humans
  The Calibrachoa, commonly known as Mini Petunia, is not known to be toxic to humans. Therefore, ingestion of this plant should not cause any poisoning symptoms or adverse health consequences under normal circumstances. However, it is always advisable to exercise caution and keep plants out of the reach of small children who might inadvertently swallow plant materials.
- To pets
  The Calibrachoa, also known as Mini Petunia, is not typically listed as a toxic plant to pets, including cats and dogs. This means that it generally should not cause any poisoning symptoms or serious health issues if pets ingest parts of the plant. Nevertheless, consumption of non-food items can sometimes result in gastrointestinal upset for pets, so it is wise to keep an eye on your pet and maintain plants out of their reach whenever possible.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Annuals
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Light blue
- Height
  6-10 inches (15-25 cm)
- Spread
  12-24 inches (30-60 cm)
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  9-11
- Native area
  South America

Benefits

General Benefits
- Attractive Flowers: Produces beautiful double light blue flowers that add a splash of color to gardens and containers.
- Compact Size: Ideal for small spaces, hanging baskets, and mixed container planting due to its compact growth habit.
- Continuous Blooming: Offers a long-lasting display of flowers from spring to fall, providing continuous color in the garden.
- Low Maintenance: Requires little care once established, making it suitable for a range of gardeners including busy or novice gardeners.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it can handle periods of low water, making it a good choice for water-wise gardens.
- Heat Resistant: Performs well in hot conditions and will continue to bloom even during the heat of summer.
- No Deadheading Required: Self-cleaning flowers mean that spent blooms fall away without the need for deadheading to encourage more blooms.
- Attracts Pollinators: Flowers can attract butterflies and hummingbirds, promoting biodiversity in the garden.
- Versatile: Can be used in a variety of garden styles including formal, cottage, and contemporary designs.
- Fast Growing: Quickly fills in spaces, providing instant impact in garden beds or containers.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Photography Prop: Calibrachoa can serve as an excellent backdrop or subject for photographers, especially those interested in capturing the beauty of unique garden plants.
- Art Inspiration: The delicate form and light blue color of the Calibrachoa petals can inspire artists to create paintings, drawings, or fabric designs.
- Educational Tool: Botany teachers might use Calibrachoa as a living example to teach students about the growth and development of flowering plants.
- Hobby Gardening: Enthusiasts of miniature gardens or fairy gardens use Calibrachoa for its small size and vibrant colors to create whimsical garden scenes.
- Wedding Decorations: The blooms of Calibrachoa can be incorporated into wedding bouquets, centerpieces, or venues for a touch of natural beauty.
- Craft Projects: Dried Calibrachoa flowers can be used in scrapbooking, card making, or other paper crafts to add a three-dimensional element.
- Themed Events: Calibrachoa's striking blue hue makes it suitable for use in decorations for events with a blue color scheme or a springtime garden theme.
- Jewelry Making: The flowers can be preserved in resin to create unique botanical jewelry such as earrings, pendants, or bracelets.
- Bath Salts: Although not for their medicinal properties, the petals of Calibrachoa can be mixed into bath salts for a colorful, fragrant bathing experience.
- Colorful Mulch: When Calibrachoa petals fall, they can be left to decompose among the plants, providing an unusual, colorful mulch to the garden area.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The Calibrachoa is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Calibrachoa is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Perseverance: The Calibrachoa, commonly known as Million Bells, is a prolific bloomer, symbolizing the ability to overcome challenges through persistence.
- Joy: With its bright and cheerful flowers, Million Bells often symbolizes joy and happiness in gardens and floral arrangements.
- Growth: As a plant that spreads and thrives in many conditions, Million Bells may symbolize personal or spiritual growth.
- Grace: The delicate appearance of the double-light blue flowers of this particular Calibrachoa cultivar can represent elegance and grace.

💧

Every 1-2 days

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

50%

Humidity

🪴

Every year

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-Early Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
Million Bells should be watered regularly, ensuring the soil is kept moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season in spring and summer, this means watering might be necessary every day, especially in hotter climates or if the plant is in a hanging basket or container. It's recommended to provide roughly 16 to 24 ounces of water per plant each time you water, making sure to reduce frequency in cooler months. Always check the top inch of the soil; if dry, it's time to water again. Over-watering can lead to root rot, so ensure proper drainage.
Light
Million Bells thrives in full sun to part shade conditions. The ideal spot for these plants is one where they receive at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day. They can tolerate some shade but will have the best blooming in a location with ample sunlight. Avoid deep shade areas, as this can lead to fewer flowers and leggy growth.
Temperature
Million Bells prefer warm temperatures and perform best when daytime temperatures are between 70 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. They can tolerate cooler evening temperatures down to about 50 degrees Fahrenheit. These plants should not be exposed to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, as frost can severely damage or kill them.
Pruning
Pruning Million Bells can encourage bushier growth and stimulate more blooming. Pinch off the tips of stems and remove any spent flowers or dead leaves to maintain plant shape and promote new flower production. Pruning is best done in the late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Throughout the blooming season, regularly deadheading old blooms will also help to keep plants looking their best.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
The Million Bells plant, as Calibrachoa is commonly known, thrives best in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH between 5.5 and 6.0. A high-quality potting mix with added perlite or vermiculite can ensure the necessary aeration and drainage. It's beneficial to incorporate a slow-release fertilizer into the soil mix to support its prolific blooming.
Repotting
Million Bells plants generally do not require frequent repotting and may only need it every other year or when the plant becomes root-bound. It is often treated as an annual, so repotting might not be necessary unless overwintering the plant.
Humidity & Misting
Million Bells plants prefer moderate to high humidity levels but are quite adaptable and can tolerate the range of humidity levels typically found in outdoor environments. Avoid creating overly humid conditions as this can foster disease.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure bright light and regular feeding for best growth.
- Outdoor
  Place in full sun to partial shade and protect from frost.
- Hardiness zone
  9-11 USDA
Life cycle
Calibrachoa Minifamous Double Light Blue, commonly known as Mini Petunia, begins its life cycle when seeds germinate in warm, well-draining soil with adequate moisture. After seedlings emerge, they undergo vegetative growth, developing a bushy habit with numerous branches and small, green leaves. As the plant matures, it enters the flowering stage, producing distinctive double flowers with a light blue coloration throughout the warmer months. Following pollination, if it occurs, the plant may produce tiny, non-showy fruits containing seeds, although many cultivated varieties are sterile and do not set viable seed. As a perennial in warm climates or annual in cooler regions, the Mini Petunia will eventually experience senescence and die after setting seed or at the onset of cold weather, completing its life cycle. In managed settings, plants are often propagated via cuttings to bypass the seed stage and maintain desirable traits.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-Early Summer
- The most popular method of propagation for Calibrachoa, also known as Million Bells, is through softwood cuttings. This is typically done in late spring to early summer when new growth is tender and flexible. Cut a piece of stem about 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) long, making sure it has several leaves. Dip the cut end of the stem in a rooting hormone powder to encourage root growth. Insert the cutting into a well-draining soil mix and ensure the ambient temperature remains around 70°F (21°C). The cutting should be kept moist, but not wet, and in a well-lit area without direct sunlight. Roots typically develop within a few weeks, after which the new plants can be transplanted to individual pots or directly into the garden.