I wouldn't say that yellow is one of my favorite colors, but I am attracted to yellow flowers. They just stand out in the garden and grab your eye, and they look good with purple, orange, red and blue flowers. Plus, yellow is a very cheerful color.This adorable little miniature-looking petunia is a new plant for me. I was searching for something different for this fern pedestal when I discovered it. It's called calibrachoa. I don't know if it has a common name that is easier to say, but it is really cute. It looks larger in the photo because of the up-close shot. I'm not sure if they will survive the summer heat, so I'll just enjoy them while they last.
6 comments:
It sure looks purr-ty on that blue pedestal.
The common name is million bells. ;)
Jane Marie...Thanks! Sometimes you just get lucky.
Millionbells...Thanks for the common name. I can see by your name that you are a fan of this particular flower. Whoever named it, named it well.
I''ve had some luck with a lovely little petunia that looks similiar. Mine are already showing the strains of the warmer weather.
Sara...Thanks for visiting my blog. I'm always glad to find another Florida gardener. I will include your blog with my others on the sidebar. I was afraid these cute little flowers may not make it very long. Oh well, I'll enjoy them while they last.
Susan: I like those a lot... they look really nice in your planter.
I have seen the calibrachoa in garden centers everywhere this year. And last week I took my mom to Cypress Gardens where the classic single hollyhocks were blooming like wildflowers AND these mini-petunia look-alikes were profusely planted.They were still thriving but it is hard to tell what they might do when our nights get warm.
I'll be watching since I didn't brave any of them in my own garden. They might be one I put on my list to pick up in the fall though-- that's when I plant my petunias for all winter enjoyment.
Meems@Hoe&Shovel
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