Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Wizard Series'
Coleus
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Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Wizard Series') - Description
Let this impressive beauty work some magic in your containers and shady beds. Coleus turns shady areas into kaleidoscopes of color. Large heart-shaped leaves. Compact and bushy, they need no pinching and resists flowering. Likes the partial sun to shady areas with evenly moist soil. This annual will grow to a height of 10"-20" high, fitting in nicely in a planting border or container.
Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Wizard Series') - 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 'Wizard Series') - 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 'Wizard Series') - 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 'Wizard Series') - 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 'Wizard Series') - Soil and irrigation
New plants need warm temperatures and rich, loose, well-drained soil with regular watering.
