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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

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 146
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates; water-soluble
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — It should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged; in regions with intense heat, image 126
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — It should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged; in regions with intense heat
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — such as deadheading and pruning; notable for its eye-catching foliage
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 60
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11; regular feeding with a balanced, image 196
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — In regions with intense heat; consider its function as a texture and color contrast amidst other plants, image 69
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Inform clients that periodic maintenance; reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot, image 159
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — water-soluble fertilizer will promote vigorous growth and intense coloration of leaves; this easy-to-grow, image 128
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors; annual for half or shade, image 93
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — notable for its eye-catching foliage
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — consider its function as a texture and color contrast amidst other plants; is a vibrant and versatile herbaceous
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with more subdued hues; providing afternoon shade is
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — It should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged; in regions with intense heat, image 153
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — consider its function as a texture and color contrast amidst other plants; is a vibrant and versatile, image 75
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shade; thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically
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 164
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — such as deadheading and pruning; notable for its eye-catching foliage, image 133
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — such as deadheading and pruning; notable for its eye-catching foliage, image 160
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot; it should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged, image 57
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth, image 32
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of colors
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — It should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged; in regions with intense heat, image 99
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