Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Picture Perfect Rose'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Picture Perfect Rose') - Description
Coleus Picture Perfect Rose has huge, tri-colored leaves are luminous and light green around a marbled ruby and rose-toned center. These distinctly formed color bands create dramatic, surreal, contrast effects in the garden or in a container with other plants. Vigorous plants grow to 3' tall and 3' wide, making this one of the larger coleus's in cultivation.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Picture Perfect Rose') - 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 'Picture Perfect Rose') - 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 'Picture Perfect Rose') - 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 'Picture Perfect Rose') - 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 'Picture Perfect Rose') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
