Coleus
Coleus scutellarioides
Lamiaceae · Annual
Coleus is prized for its stunning, variegated foliage that comes in an incredible array of colors and patterns, providing season-long interest. It's an excellent choice for adding vibrant hues to shady spots or containers.
- · Prefers partial to full shade and consistently moist soil.
- · Pinch off flower spikes to encourage bushier growth and focus energy on foliage.
- · Can be easily propagated from stem cuttings in water.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 10-11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
- Sun: Partial shade to full shade
- Water: Moderate
- Maintenance: Low
- Type: Annual
- Mature size: 1-3 ft tall · 1-2 ft wide
- Bloom season: Foliage only (flowers are insignificant) · Foliage only
- Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Tender
- Heat tolerance: Excellent
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Growth rate: Fast
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