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Coleus

Solenostemon Scutellarioides

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Overview

Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of colors. This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shade, reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot. Best in rich, well-draining soil, Coleus adds instant visual interest to shade gardens and containers. Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth. Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy. USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type AnnualClimate Subtropical
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates, image 119
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — is necessary to keep the Coleus looking its best throughout the growing season; coleus requires, image 188Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shadeColeus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates, image 65Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus fits well in both container plantings and mixed borders, image 41Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime green; uSDA Hardiness Zones 10-11, image 94Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 141+211

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates, image 119
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — is necessary to keep the Coleus looking its best throughout the growing season; coleus requires, image 188
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shade
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates, image 65
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus fits well in both container plantings and mixed borders, image 41
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime green; uSDA Hardiness Zones 10-11, image 94
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 141
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors; annual for half or shade, image 66
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter; properly known as Solenostemon scutellarioides, image 179
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 87
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of, image 82
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus fits well in both container plantings and mixed borders, image 176
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — consider its function as a texture and color contrast amidst other plants
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — properly known as Solenostemon scutellarioides; is necessary to keep the Coleus looking its best throughout, image 170
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shade; thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is, image 110
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — notable for its eye-catching foliage; from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime, image 118
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of colors; best in
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter; properly known as Solenostemon scutellarioides, image 71
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with more subdued hues; providing, image 103
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — such as deadheading and pruning; notable for its eye-catching foliage, image 106
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — annual for half or shade; inform clients that periodic maintenance, image 189
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with more subdued hues; providing, image 184
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 195
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