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Coleus - Freckles
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. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. The Coleus Freckles, 'Coleus hybrid', has creamy yellow foliage with bronze and orange splotches. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. 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. ... additional info
Begonia - Maui Mist The Begonia Maui Mist, 'Begonia rex hybrids', a Great American Cities ™ Begonias, are grown for their colorful textured leaves. The Maui Mist has red colored leaves with light green markings. Very attractive! The Rex Begonias are kings of the Begonia World, that's why they are called Rex because that in Latin means king. Hanging baskets suit the plant's requirement for good air circulation. Lower light and cooler temperatures will really bring out the color in Rex begonias leaves and high light will cause all colors to fade. The soil must be well drained. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Gardening News and Articles |
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