Calibrachoa hybrida Noa Almond Blossom

The Calibrachoa 'Almond Blossom' is a vigorous and very floriferous variety, particularly suitable for hanging baskets and containers. It offers a long and generous flowering season from late spring until the first frosts, with soft tones ranging from white to pale pink, highlighted by a bright pink eye in the centre. Its cushion-like arrangement adds volume to summer displays and pleasantly lines garden pathways. Resistant to bad weather, but not to frost, this annual prefers well-drained soil with neutral substrates, as well as a full sun position (it also tolerates partial shade).

Calibrachoas bear a striking resemblance to miniature Petunias. In fact, they are often referred to as mini-petunias. They originally both belonged to the same genus. It was only at the end of the 20th century, after further studies revealed various differences, that they were separated into two distinct genera: Petunias and Calibrachoas.

'Noa Almond Blossom' is a cultivar that quickly forms a plump and compact clump, reaching a height of 20 to 25 cm (8-10 in) and a circumference of 30 to 40 cm (1 ft-1 ft 4"), with a rather flexible habit rather than truly trailing. Its numerous branched stems are covered with small lanceolate and fuzzy green leaves measuring about 1 cm (0.4 in). From June onwards, a wave of flowers will cover the entire surface of this cushion. Multiple tubular corollas with five lobes measuring 3 cm (1.2 in) in diameter, will then bloom successively until autumn. Their base colour is a beautiful soft pale pink, accentuated by lovely dark pink lines that extend from a yellow heart towards the outer edges.

Native to America, Calibrachoas are sensitive to frost and cannot withstand temperatures below -5°C (23 °F). They tolerate temporary periods of drought, receive rain without damage, and appreciate regular fertilisation. They require minimal maintenance, apart from regular but moderate watering: they do not like excessive moisture.

The Calibrachoa 'Noa Almond Blossom' brings sweetness and romance to the summer. Mixed with Nemesias, Diascias, and foliage plants like Glechoma Dappled Light, it will provide floriferous pots with soft colours. If you prefer a contrasting effect, pair it with Ipomoea 'Sweet Heart purple'. Don't forget the front of flowerbeds and create a multicoloured palette with the numerous available shades among Calibrachoas.

Please note: our young plants in mini-pots are professional products intended for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, transfer and store them under cover (veranda, greenhouse, cold frame...) at a temperature above 14C° (>57.2 F) for a few weeks before planting outdoors once the risk of frosts has definitively passed.