Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Rainbow Mixed'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Rainbow Mixed') - Description
Coleus Rainbow Mixed is grown for its brilliant, glowing foliage rather than flowers. Outstanding mixture formulated to provide the best and brightest colors of medium-sized leaf varieties. Spectacular for beds and borders. Good small (about 15" high) annual to grow in partial to full shade.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Rainbow Mixed') - 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 'Rainbow Mixed') - 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 'Rainbow Mixed') - 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 'Rainbow Mixed') - 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 'Rainbow Mixed') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
