Million Bells Calibrachoa Minifamous Neo White + Yellow Eye = 'Kleca16314' (PBR) (Minifamous Series)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

calibrachoa [MiniFamous Neo White + Yellow Eye]

ABOUT

The Calibrachoa from the Minifamous Series often referred to as "million bells" due to its prolific blooming nature, showcases a ravishing display of petite, trumpet-shaped flowers. This particular cultivar, known as Calibrachoa Minifamous Neo White + Yellow Eye, is distinguished by its charming color scheme. The flowers exhibit a pristine white hue with a striking yellow center, creating a vivid contrast that draws the eye. This bright yellow "eye" is encircled by a softer yellow shade, which gently transitions into the pure white of the flower's petal edges. The blossoms of million bells are small, yet their numbers are abundant, covering the plant in a dense floral blanket that exudes a fresh and cheerful aesthetic. The foliage is a lush green color, serving as the perfect backdrop to the vibrant blooms. The plant has a cascading habit, making it exceptionally suitable for hanging baskets, where it can spill over the edges in a waterfall of color. Additionally, it can be used in containers or as a colorful ground cover, adapting to various garden settings with its versatile growth pattern. The cascading stems bear a multitude of flowers, ensuring a long-lasting, eye-catching display throughout its flowering season.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Solanaceae
- Synonyms
  Million Bells, Mini Petunia
- Common names
  Calibrachoa Minifamous Neo White + Yellow Eye = 'Kleca16314' (PBR) (Minifamous Series)
Toxicity
- To humans
  The plant commonly known as Million Bells is generally not considered toxic to humans. There is no significant evidence to suggest that ingestion of this plant causes any severe or notable toxic effects in people.
- To pets
  The Million Bells, while not classified as highly toxic to pets, can cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Common symptoms might include vomiting or diarrhea, but serious poisoning is uncommon. It is advisable to prevent pets from consuming this plant to avoid such digestive issues.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Annuals
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  White Yellow
- Height
  8 inches [20 cm]
- Spread
  20 inches [50 cm]
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  9
- Native area
  South America

Benefits

General Benefits
- Attractive Blossoms: This plant features vibrant white flowers with a striking yellow center, adding visual appeal to any garden or container.
- Continuous Blooming: It blooms continuously throughout the growing season, providing a consistent display of flowers.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care beyond regular watering and occasional feeding, making it easy for gardeners of all levels.
- Dense Growth Habit: Forms a dense mound of foliage and flowers, which can help suppress weeds and fill in landscape areas.
- Versatile Usage: Suitable for hanging baskets, containers, window boxes, and as a groundcover or edging plant.
- Drought Tolerance: Once established, the plant can tolerate periods of drought, reducing the need for frequent watering.
- Heat Resistance: Can perform well in hot conditions, making it a good choice for warm climates.
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, with its vibrant white and yellow blooms, can provide a stunning backdrop for macro photography or serve as a subject in plant and still-life photography compositions.
- Craft Projects: The colorful flowers of Calibrachoa can be used in pressed flower projects or incorporated into homemade potpourri blends for a splash of color and subtle fragrance.
- Educational Tools: Calibrachoa can be used in school projects or educational seminars to teach about hybridization and plant genetics due to its distinct color patterns.
- Garden Themed Art: Artists can use Calibrachoa as inspiration or actual material for creating garden-themed artwork, such as collages or botanical illustrations.
- Livestock Forage: While not a common use and only applicable when other food sources are scarce, Calibrachoa could theoretically be used as a forage for certain livestock, though it’s important to ensure it’s safe and non-toxic for the specific animal.
- Hobbyist Plant Breeding: Enthusiasts may use Calibrachoa in amateur plant breeding efforts to try and create new varieties with unique characteristics.
- Color Inspiration: Designers and decorators could use the color palette of Calibrachoa's blooms as inspiration for fabric patterns, interior design palettes, or event themes.
- Plant Competitions: Calibrachoa can be used as an entry in local or regional gardening competitions, particularly for classes that focus on container or hanging basket plants.
- Watercolor Painting: The delicate gradients of white and yellow on Calibrachoa flowers make them a beautiful subject for watercolor painters practicing blending techniques.
- Fairy Gardens: Miniature gardeners can incorporate Calibrachoa into fairy gardens as it lends itself well to these whimsical and small-scale landscapes.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
Million Bells is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
Million Bells is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Optimism: The bright yellow center of the Calibrachoa flowers often symbolizes positivity and a sunny outlook on life, reflecting an optimistic attitude.
- Friendship: Bright and cheerful colors of Calibrachoa can represent strong bonds of friendship, as they bring warmth and happiness to a garden just like friends do in life.
- Celebration: With their festive appearance, Calibrachoa flowers are often associated with joyous occasions, symbolizing the spirit of celebration and good times.
- Charm: The delicate, petal-like appearance gives Calibrachoa a charming quality, symbolizing grace and attractiveness in various cultures.
- Innocence: The pristine white background of the 'Minifamous Neo White + Yellow Eye' flower may signify purity and innocence, echoing a gentle and unadulterated beauty.

💧

Every 1-2 days

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every year

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-Early Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
For Million Bells, which is the common name for your Calibrachoa, maintaining consistent moisture is key. It's best to water when the top inch of soil begins to dry out. During hot weather, this may mean watering daily, while in cooler conditions, every few days might suffice. Use room temperature water and apply it directly to the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage, which can lead to disease. An average watering might involve adding about one gallon of water per plant, per week, depending on environmental conditions and the size of the plant.
Light
Million Bells thrive in full sun to partial shade locations. The ideal spot for these plants is where they will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. However, in extremely hot climates, some afternoon shade will help protect the plant from excessive heat stress.
Temperature
Million Bells prefer temperatures ranging from 55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit at night and 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. They can tolerate temperatures as low as just above freezing, but frost will damage them. The ideal temperature range promotes the most vigorous growth and blooming.
Pruning
Pruning stimulates new growth and encourages more flowers in Million Bells. Pinch back the stems every few weeks to keep the plant bushy and to remove any spent flowers or leggy growth. The best time for pruning is in the early morning or late evening when the plant is not stressed by the heat.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
Million Bells prefer a well-draining soil mix with peat moss and perlite or sand blended in. Aim for a soil pH between 5.5 and 6.2 for optimal growth and flowering.
Repotting
Million Bells should be repotted annually in the spring to refresh the soil and encourage new growth, or as needed when they outgrow their current container.
Humidity & Misting
Million Bells thrive in moderate humidity levels but can tolerate a range from average household humidity to slightly higher without issue.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Use bright, indirect light and well-draining soil for Million Bells indoors.
- Outdoor
  Place Million Bells in full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil outdoors.
- Hardiness zone
  9-11 USDA
Life cycle
Calibrachoa 'Kleca16314', commonly known as Mini Petunia, begins its life as a seed where it undergoes germination when conditions are warm and moist. Upon sprouting, it enters the vegetative stage, rapidly growing leaves and stems as it absorbs nutrients and light through its foliage. The plant then transitions to the flowering stage, developing distinctive white and yellow blossoms that will attract pollinators and enable sexual reproduction. Following pollination, the Mini Petunia sets seeds which mature within the fruits, usually small capsules. These seeds are then dispersed by various means, sometimes assisted by wind or animals. As an annual plant in temperate regions or a perennial in warmer climates, the Mini Petunia may die after setting seed or may persist and continue to bloom in an ongoing cycle if conditions permit.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-Early Summer
- The most popular method of propagation for Calibrachoa, commonly known as Million Bells, is through stem cuttings. This process generally takes place in late spring to early summer, when the plant is actively growing. To propagate, a healthy stem tip cutting of about 3 to 5 inches (approximately 7.6 to 12.7 centimeters) is taken, making sure it includes at least two sets of leaves. The cutting's lower leaves are removed, and the stem is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. The prepared cutting is then inserted into a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The container with the cutting should be placed in a warm spot with bright, indirect light. Roots typically begin to form within a few weeks, after which the young plant can be gradually acclimatized to outdoor conditions and then transplanted to its final location.