Solenostemon Henna (Coleus)
Noted for its serrated foliage, Solenostemon Henna (Coleus) is a tropical evergreen tender perennial boasting chartreuse to copper-pink leaves complemented by dark burgundy undersides.
Noted for its serrated foliage, Solenostemon Henna (Coleus) is a tropical evergreen tender perennial boasting chartreuse to copper-pink leaves complemented by dark burgundy undersides. 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.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 14-28 in. tall (35-70 cm) and 16-20 in. wide (40-50 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 |
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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 | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 16″ – 20″ (40cm – 50cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Attracts | Birds, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |