Solenostemon scutellarioides 'India Frills'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'India Frills') - Description
Here's something different in the coleus world, a unique cultivar that's tiny (only 8" high), and trails over the ground. Like a mini-ivy, but in a lively, hotter color range. A good edger, but wonderful in containers and window boxes, too. The leaves ofColeus India Frills are deeply cut, with rounded edges creating the old-fashioned "duck-foot" form of coleus.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'India Frills') - 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 'India Frills') - 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 'India Frills') - 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 'India Frills') - 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 'India Frills') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
