Overview
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) is a trailing annual biennial in the genus Calibrachoa, part of the Solanaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.
About
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) is a trailing cultivar of the Calibrachoa genus, which comprises soft-stemmed perennials often grown as annuals. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south-facing aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is suitable for patios, containers, city gardens, and informal borders, offering extended summer and autumn interest. Calibrachoa Volcano Neon requires fertile, moist soil and is propagated by seed, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
About the genus
Calibrachoa is a genus of plants in the Solanaceae (nightshade) family. They are evergreen short-lived perennials and subshrubs with a sprawling habit, with small petunia-type flowers. They are found across much the same region of South America as petunias, from southern Brazil across to Peru and Chile, inhabiting scrub and open grassland.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Calibrachoa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series)
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, slugs, snails
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, foot rot, virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series)?
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) need?
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) hardy in the UK?
Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Calibrachoa Volcano Neon (Volcano Series)?
Seed.