- #SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA UPDATE#
- #SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA FULL#
- #SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA SERIES#
It is called “million bells” for the very large number of small, but petunia-like blooms. So why do we need another very similar plant, a recently bred hybrid? It is a cross between a Petunia and a Calibrachoa. Petchoa (pet-KOA-uh) has l arge flowers, as wide as t he Petunia and almost as long. It withstands heat, wind, and rain better than either of its parents. It is well branching (means no pinching), and the foliage is not sticky (less deadheading). (The Petchoa tolerates high pH levels the best.) So, because it accepts both cooler spring and fall temperatures and late summer heat and humidity, it should outperform either parent! In addition, it can minimize disease as well as pH issues better than either parent. In addition, petchoa tolerates rain better than other petunia plants. Therefore, the blooms will remain open in light rain and withstand bad weather the best. Petchoa is the genus and you will find about 20 cultivars. The name comes from the plant’s two parents. PETunia (the natural parent) and calibraCHOA-second parent. Say it as if it is spelled PetKOAa, and they will know what you want in the garden center.
As a popular new plant, you will find it in season in the big box stores and in local garden centers too.
#SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA SERIES#
In Petunias, Color Is Important-What Colors Can Petchoa Give Us?Īs a new hybrid, the Petchoa has two series of cultivars, each with color choices. I found early testing of this plant in public botanical gardens in 2010, with branded varieties about 2013. So that is about how long it has been with us. New cultivars are produced by breeders each year.
#SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA UPDATE#
I have a brief list here, I will continue to update it, but you should not consider it perfect. Calitunia series-Calitunia Purple, Fuschia trumpet-shaped flowers with deep purple centers, also in pink.My lists are designed to help you know what you should reasonably expect at the garden center. SuperCal series-Large vibrant flowers, from spring to first hard frost.Calitunia is the trade name for the first petchoa, developed by the breeder, Danzinger. It survives late spring frosts, rain, and heat. Note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.New colors include, Bordeaux, Caramel Yellow, Premium Cinnamon, Premium French Vanilla, Premium Pink. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Because of its trailing habit of growth, it is ideally suited for use as a 'spiller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination plant it near the edges where it can spill gracefully over the pot. SuperCal® Premium Cinnamon Petchoa is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor containers and hanging baskets. It can be propagated by cuttings however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments.
It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out.
#SUPERCAL CINNAMON PETCHOA FULL#
This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. This fast-growing annual will normally live for one full growing season, needing replacement the following year. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front.
When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 16 inches apart. SuperCal® Premium Cinnamon Petchoa will grow to be about 22 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 32 inches. SuperCal® Premium Cinnamon Petchoa is recommended for the following landscape applications
It has no significant negative characteristics. It is a good choice for attracting hummingbirds to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. Trim off the flower heads after they fade and die to encourage more blooms late into the season. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition. SuperCal® Premium Cinnamon Petchoa is a dense herbaceous annual with a trailing habit of growth, eventually spilling over the edges of hanging baskets and containers. Its pointy leaves remain green in color throughout the season. SuperCal® Premium Cinnamon Petchoa is blanketed in stunning crimson trumpet-shaped flowers with black throats at the ends of the stems from mid spring to late summer. An exceptional series known for large vibrant crimson flowers and excellent performance vigorous, early blooming, and able to handle summer heat excellent resistance to powdery mildew
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