Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Northern Lights'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Northern Lights') - Description
Coleus Northern Lights will give you a daily show of a colorful blend of lavender, rose, salmon, burgundy and green highlights on leaves with finely etched margins. Use in tubs, containers, patio planters and beds. It grows best in partial shade (where it will really shine!) and average soil. This is a nice planting border sized coleus that will top out at about 2' high.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Northern Lights') - 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 'Northern Lights') - 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 'Northern Lights') - 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 'Northern Lights') - 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 'Northern Lights') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
