Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Aurora Mocha'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Aurora Mocha') - Description
Small eye-catching leaves are a blend of peach and brown tones with a striking green margin. Tidy plants have a controlled habit, making them ideal for mixed containers, as a border accent or massed in landscape. Fun and fall festive, this is the perfect Coleus to plant to really enhance the fall colors in your landscape.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Aurora Mocha') - 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 'Aurora Mocha') - 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 'Aurora Mocha') - 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 'Aurora Mocha') - 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 'Aurora Mocha') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
