Coleus - Dipt in Wine

Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Frost will cause them to die immediately. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. The Coleus Dipt in Wine, 'Coleus hybrid', has large leaves of burgundy red with lighter veins running nearly the entire length. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. Coleus must have good soil drainage. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. The bright gold at the base of each leaf extends to the petiole (leaf stem). Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... additional info