Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Dragon Black'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Dragon Black') - Description
Mid sized foliage plant with upright habit great for mixed containers or for featuring in the landscape. It's compact shape makes it great planted in a mixed border to really create texture and drama in the landscape. Try this with Artemesia or Dusty Miller to create some memorable contrast!
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Dragon Black') - 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 'Dragon Black') - 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 'Dragon Black') - 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 'Dragon Black') - 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 'Dragon Black') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
