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Freckles Coleus - Coleus scutellarioides

Coleus

Coleus

scutellarioides

Annual

Coleus

Features

Use in beds, borders and containers

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

Hummingbirds

Deer

Height

Spread

24-30"

12-18"

Spacing:

12-18"

Bloom Time

Flower Color

Foliage Color

Habit

Container Role

Maintenance 

Grown for Foliage

Green, Red, Yellow

Upright

Thriller

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. General Rules 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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