ANNUALS PERENNIALS ACCENT PLANTS CONTAINER GARDENS VEGETABLES GROUND COVERS
ANNUAL FLOWERS ~ COLEUS
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Coleus
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Colors Available ~ Wide range of colors.

Flowering Period ~ Mid June to mid October.

Height ~ Grows 10" to 15" tall (25-38 cm).

How to Grow ~ Plant in part sun or shade.

Outstanding Features ~ Brilliant foliage.

Soil ~ Best in moist, well drained, rich loam.

Spacing ~ Plant 10" apart (25 cm).

Tips ~ Poor frost tolerance. Keep soil moist. Too much sun will fade foliage. To maintain bright foliage color, remove the tiny lilac flowers as they appear.

Uses ~ Use in beds, borders and pots.

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height space Part sun / shade
10" to 15"
10"
Part Sun / Shade
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Note: Please refer to plant caretag for specific variety information.
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Tips for Planning Your Garden ~
For beginners it is important to draw a plan.
Choose plants suitable for the site (light, soil, etc)
Arrange plants according to their height
Arrange according to plant form and texture
Arrange according to flowering periods
Arrange in groupings by type and color considerations
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