Professional Growing Information I first bought this plant last spring because I was attracted to the deep purple color (mine actually had a trim of hot pink around the edge of the leaves). anyway i wanted a shade plant for under my tree. i bought 3. It was very surprising to find they grew very large, very viney, and the leaves looked amazing. Everyone always asked me about them. They lasted way into fall as well. just wish they were perennial because I could not find them again this year but I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a unique addition to a shaded area. BEAUTIFUL!
Black Prince Coleus scutellarioides
Exposure
- Sun or Shade
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 2' - 2'6"
Spread: 20" - 2'
Height: 61cm - 76cm
Spread: 51cm - 61cm
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Details
24 - 30 Inches20 - 24 Inches20 - 24 Inches61cm - 76cm51cm - 61cm51cm - 61cmFeatures
Unusual, nearly solid black foliage; good grower
Adaptable As HouseplantFoliage InterestHeat TolerantDeadheading Not NecessaryAttracts:BirdsHummingbirdsResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:TallGarden Height:24 - 30 Inches 61cm - 76cmSpacing:20 - 24 Inches 51cm - 61cmSpread:20 - 24 Inches 51cm - 61cmFoliage Colors:PurpleFoliage Shade:Black/PurpleHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Sun or ShadeThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Grown for FoliageHardiness Zones:10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:Use in combinations, hanging baskets, beds and borders
Maintenance Notes:Many people feel that coleus look best before they flower. To keep foliage in top shape, pinch off the blooms as they appear if you wish.
General Rules for Overwintering Plants Indoors:
1. Choose only healthy plants
2. Bring Plants indoors before frost damages foliage
3. Treat for disease and insects before bringing plants indoors
4. Place in bright areas and add humidity using pebble trays or spray bottles
5. Be careful not to over water
6 When active growth starts in spring fertilize and prune as needed
7. Introduce your plants slowly to outdoor conditions in spring
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1 Review
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Rachael, New Jersey, United States, 6 years ago
2 Recipes
- Crowning GloryRecipe
Sun30"Pot SizeA large combination sure to have great impact in an open space.What you'll need:
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