Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch'

Coleus

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Common Name: 

Coleus

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Red

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

105 cm

Maximum width: 

40 cm

Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - Description

Stunning magenta foliage overlaid with burgundy all summer

Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - 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 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - Planting

Dig a hole twice as large as the plant you are using. Squeeze the container to loosen the roots, remove it from the pot by turning the pot upside down and gently pulling on the plant. Be sure the grasp the plant at the base near the soil line before pulling. Add a little time release plant food into your hole and mix it lightly into the soil. Place the root ball into your hole. The top of the soil in the pot should be even with the soil in your garden bed. Press the soil gently around the plant, do not pack the soil tightly the roots will grow better if the soil isn't compacted. Water the plant in using a watering can or other gentle flow of water. This will settle the soil around the plant. To conserve water and discourage weeds a layer of mulch can be added to the top of the soil around the plant, this mulch should come close to the plant but not touch the stem.

Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - 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 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - 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 'Colorblaze Kingswood Torch') - Soil and irrigation

New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.

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