Solenostemon Coleosaurus (Coleus)
Brightly colored, Solenostemon ‘Coleosaurus’ (Coleus) is a tropical evergreen tender perennial boasting vibrant dark red and lime green leaves.
Brightly colored, Solenostemon 'Coleosaurus' (Coleus) is a tropical evergreen tender perennial boasting vibrant dark red and lime green leaves. Easy to grow, low maintenance, heat tolerant, Coleus is terrific as a bedding annual or planted in containers where it never fails to add drama. Bring indoors for winter beyond its hardiness range.
- Grows up to 14-28 in. tall (35-70 cm) and 24-36 in. wide (60-90 cm).
- Performs best in full sun or part shade in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils.
- Perfect addition to beds and borders or containers.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for mealybugs and mites.
- Pinch out tips to encourage bushiness. Cut back if bringing indoors for winter.
- Propagate by seed in early spring (cultivars may not come true) or by softwood cuttings in summer.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 10 – 12 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 11 |
| Climate Zones | 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Solenostemon – Coleus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 1' – 3' (30cm – 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24″ – 36″ (60cm – 90cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |








