Grown for kaleidoscopic foliage, not flowers. Pinch blooms to keep energy in the leaves.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Aug
- USDA Zones
- 10-11
- Sun
- Part Shade or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 1-3'
- Bloom Colors
- GreenPurplePink
▢ Container Friendly✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Coleus scutellarioides is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Coleus unambiguously. The genus Coleus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Coleus, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Coleus scutellarioides will give you the most precise results.