Solenostemon scutellarioides
Coleus
Description
This plant is a good garden or house plant and produces small blue flowers that bloom in February, March, and September. It has variegated foliage that is striped with colors from red to cream.
Plant Type
Shrub, Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Gold, Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Tropical
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Indoor
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.