Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Description
Gorgeous lime green leaves are highlighted with contrasting, bright yellow veining, making it look like exotic alligator skin! Brings great color to summer borders, containers, and hanging baskets. This little plant is great for setting a pleasing green foundation for other plantings to stand out against.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Growth
Most Coleus grows best in strong indirect light or light shade. In warmer climates, these plants can be used as bedding plants. In temperate climates, they are generally grown as annuals.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Planting
Very easily propagated from sowing the seeds. The seeds are generally inexpensive and readily germinate. Also, you can make stem cuttings from last year's growth.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Pest
Many insect pests can be a problem. Scale, whiteflies and mealybugs. Additionally, the spores of downy mildew will often germinate on the leaves of Coleus.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Interesting facts
Coleus plants are in the same family as mints and if your Coleus is allowed to flower, you would definitely see the resemblance. These plants are widely cultivated for their exotic and vibrant-colored foliage; however, they were originally native to Southeast Asia and Malaysia.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Electric Lime') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
