The Calibrachoa hybrid ‘Good Night Kiss’ is a stunning and unique trailing annual, perfect for adding a touch of drama to any garden or patio. It’s a superstar for a hot Aussie summer, known for its incredible flowering power and its vibrant, eye-catching blooms. This plant has a compact, mounding habit and is covered in a seemingly endless supply of small, trumpet-shaped flowers. The colour is what makes it so special: a deep, velvety, near-black purple with a brilliant golden-yellow star in the centre.
Caring for Your ‘Good Night Kiss’
- Growing Conditions: This plant loves a spot with plenty of sun. Full sun is best to encourage the most prolific flowering and the best colour. It prefers well-draining soil and absolutely shines in a pot or hanging basket.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially in hot weather, as the soil in pots can dry out quickly. It prefers consistent moisture, but make sure the pot has good drainage to prevent root rot.
- Feeding: To keep those flowers coming, feed it regularly during the growing season with a liquid fertiliser, diluted to half-strength.
- Pruning: ‘Good Night Kiss’ is a low-maintenance plant. Its flowers are “self-cleaning,” which means you don’t need to deadhead them. If the plant starts to look a bit leggy, a light trim will encourage it to become more compact and produce more flowers.
Usage in the Garden
This calibrachoa is an excellent choice for adding a vibrant and striking splash of colour to any space. Its compact, trailing habit makes it a perfect fit for pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets where it can spill over the edges. It also works well as a colourful ground cover at the front of a garden bed. It’s a low-maintenance and high-impact plant, perfect for patios, balconies, and courtyards.
