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ColorBlaze Chocolate Drop Coleus - Coleus scutellarioides
Coleus
Coleus
scutellarioides
Annual
Features
Trailing habit is great in beds, containers and combinations
Attributes
Adaptable As Houseplant, Foliage Interest, Heat Tolerant, Deadheading Not Necessary, Award Winner
USDA Zones
Exposure
Water Category
Attracts
Resists
10a,10b,11a,11b
Sun or Shade
Average
Deer
Height
Spread
18-24"
18-24"
Spacing:
12-18"
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Habit
Container Role
Maintenance
Grown for Foliage
Black, Green
Trailing
Spiller
Easy
Many people feel that coleus look best before they flower. To keep foliage in top shape, pinch off the blooms as they appear if you wish. Rules of Thumb for Overwintering Plants Indoors: 1. Choose only healthy plants 2. Bring Plants indoors before frost damages foliage 3. Treat for disease and insects before bringing plants indoors 4. Place in bright areas and add humidity using pebble trays or spray bottles 5. Be careful not to over water 6 When active growth starts in spring fertilize and prune as needed 7. Introduce your plants slowly to outdoor conditions in spring
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