Solenostemon scutellarioides

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Coleus (assorted selections)

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: 1. Claire Ferrante

 

Description

Variegated foliage in vivid colors of yellow, green, red, rose, pink and copper highlights. Coleus can be used to brighten up a shady spot. It can be used as free-branching plants to 15", and are good in tubs, hanging baskets and mass plantings. It will die in frost areas but used as a houseplant widely.

 

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Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green, Light Green, Red, Yellow, Variegated

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.