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Coleus Varieties

Coleus Hybrids

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Coleus hybrids (Solenostemon spp.), with their vibrant foliage, offer a kaleidoscope of colors. These shade-tolerant plants can grow 6 inches to 3.5 feet tall, with leaves 1 to 6 inches long, creating visual interest from spring till frost. They require well-drained soil and thrive in both pots and beds. Use these tender perennials as annuals to enhance borders, complement perennials, or as stunning container specimens. USDA Zones 10-11.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 10–11Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — They require well-drained soil and thrive in both pots and beds
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Use these tender perennials as annuals to enhance bordersColeus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — or as stunning container specimensColeus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — The leaves themselves can vary dramatically in size and shapeColeus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — colors may become less vibrant in full shade.<br><br>When designing a landscapeColeus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — These shade-tolerant plants can grow 6 inches to 3.5 feet tallColeus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — often with intricate variegations and striking vein patterns+12

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — They require well-drained soil and thrive in both pots and beds
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Use these tender perennials as annuals to enhance borders
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — or as stunning container specimens
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — The leaves themselves can vary dramatically in size and shape
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — colors may become less vibrant in full shade.<br><br>When designing a landscape
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — These shade-tolerant plants can grow 6 inches to 3.5 feet tall
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — often with intricate variegations and striking vein patterns
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Coleus Hybrid Varieties (Coleus spp.)<br><br>Coleus
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Coleus hybrids (Solenostemon spp.), with their vibrant foliage, offer a kaleidoscope of colors
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Coleus prefers dappled shade but can tolerate a wide array of light conditions; however
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — creating visual interest from spring till frost
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — or for creating a textured backdrop in container plantings
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — Coleus plants are excellent for adding height and volume in flower beds
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — These hybrids are cultivated primarily for their stunning foliage
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — boasts an extraordinary array of colors and patterns that can enliven any landscape design
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — with leaves 1 to 6 inches long
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — <br><br>Growing to an average height of 18 to 24 inches
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — a versatile and vibrant tender perennial
Coleus Varieties (Coleus Hybrids) — which ranges from greens and yellows to deep purples and bright reds
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