Superbells® Tropical Sunshine™ is a vibrant Calibrachoa hybrid known for its intense color and exceptional garden performance. This variety produces an abundance of small, petunia-like flowers in a brilliant, warm yellow with a subtle orange-gold throat, evoking a tropical aesthetic. Bred by Proven Winners for increased disease resistance—specifically against thielaviopsis (root rot)—it maintains a neat, mounded-trailing habit. It is a prolific bloomer that does not require deadheading, making it a staple for low-maintenance seasonal color.
Mature size: 6–12 inches in height with a spread of 12–24 inches.
Flower: Small, trumpet-shaped blooms in a bright, lemon-yellow with gold centers; flowers continuously from spring to frost.
Foliage: Small, narrow, dark green leaves that create a dense, fine-textured backdrop for the bright blooms.
Hardiness: Annual; perennial in USDA zones 9–11.
This plant thrives in full sun (6+ hours of direct light). High light levels are essential not only for maximum flower production but also to keep the plant’s growth habit tight and mounded. In hotter climates, it can tolerate very light afternoon shade but prefers as much sun as possible.
Superbells Tropical Sunshine has average water needs but is sensitive to "wet feet." It is crucial to follow the "top-inch rule": water only when the top inch of soil feels dry. Overwatering is the most common cause of failure for Calibrachoa; they prefer a cycle of thorough watering followed by a period of slight drying.
Requires excellent drainage. It is highly recommended for use in containers, hanging baskets, or raised beds rather than heavy garden soil. Use a high-quality, lightweight potting mix with a slightly acidic pH (5.5–5.8). If the soil pH becomes too high, the foliage may turn yellow (interveinal chlorosis).
Like all high-performance Calibrachoas, this is a heavy feeder. Use a water-soluble fertilizer with chelated iron every 1–2 weeks to maintain the deep green color of the foliage and support the constant production of new buds.
This variety is self-cleaning, so no deadheading is required. To keep the plant looking its best through the dog days of summer, a light "haircut" (trimming back the ends of the stems by 1–4 inches) in July or August will stimulate fresh new growth and a flush of new flowers.
Tropical Sunshine is a quintessential "spiller" for mixed containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets. Its saturated yellow hue provides a stunning contrast when paired with dark purple flowers (like Salvia or deep Petunias) or blue-toned foliage. It is also highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, adding movement and life to patio displays.
Superbells® Tropical Sunshine™ offers a dependable burst of radiant color for sunny spaces. Its combination of heat tolerance, self-cleaning nature, and improved disease resistance makes it a top-tier choice for gardeners who want high-impact, tropical-inspired containers with minimal fuss.
4.25” Proven Winners Eco Pot
NOTE: Available for pickup after 5/15
Superbells® Tropical Sunshine™ is a vibrant Calibrachoa hybrid known for its intense color and exceptional garden performance. This variety produces an abundance of small, petunia-like flowers in a brilliant, warm yellow with a subtle orange-gold throat, evoking a tropical aesthetic. Bred by Proven Winners for increased disease resistance—specifically against thielaviopsis (root rot)—it maintains a neat, mounded-trailing habit. It is a prolific bloomer that does not require deadheading, making it a staple for low-maintenance seasonal color.
Mature size: 6–12 inches in height with a spread of 12–24 inches.
Flower: Small, trumpet-shaped blooms in a bright, lemon-yellow with gold centers; flowers continuously from spring to frost.
Foliage: Small, narrow, dark green leaves that create a dense, fine-textured backdrop for the bright blooms.
Hardiness: Annual; perennial in USDA zones 9–11.
This plant thrives in full sun (6+ hours of direct light). High light levels are essential not only for maximum flower production but also to keep the plant’s growth habit tight and mounded. In hotter climates, it can tolerate very light afternoon shade but prefers as much sun as possible.
Superbells Tropical Sunshine has average water needs but is sensitive to "wet feet." It is crucial to follow the "top-inch rule": water only when the top inch of soil feels dry. Overwatering is the most common cause of failure for Calibrachoa; they prefer a cycle of thorough watering followed by a period of slight drying.
Requires excellent drainage. It is highly recommended for use in containers, hanging baskets, or raised beds rather than heavy garden soil. Use a high-quality, lightweight potting mix with a slightly acidic pH (5.5–5.8). If the soil pH becomes too high, the foliage may turn yellow (interveinal chlorosis).
Like all high-performance Calibrachoas, this is a heavy feeder. Use a water-soluble fertilizer with chelated iron every 1–2 weeks to maintain the deep green color of the foliage and support the constant production of new buds.
This variety is self-cleaning, so no deadheading is required. To keep the plant looking its best through the dog days of summer, a light "haircut" (trimming back the ends of the stems by 1–4 inches) in July or August will stimulate fresh new growth and a flush of new flowers.
Tropical Sunshine is a quintessential "spiller" for mixed containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets. Its saturated yellow hue provides a stunning contrast when paired with dark purple flowers (like Salvia or deep Petunias) or blue-toned foliage. It is also highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, adding movement and life to patio displays.
Superbells® Tropical Sunshine™ offers a dependable burst of radiant color for sunny spaces. Its combination of heat tolerance, self-cleaning nature, and improved disease resistance makes it a top-tier choice for gardeners who want high-impact, tropical-inspired containers with minimal fuss.
4.25” Proven Winners Eco Pot
NOTE: Available for pickup after 5/15
