Coleus

Common Name: Coleus
Scientific Name Genus: Solenostemon
Family Name: Lamiaceae

Cultural Comments

Coleus (with its ever-increasing span of colors) only continues to grow in popularity. The hardy plants work equally well in planters or the garden bed, and will tolerate a wide span of light conditions, bringing bright color to shaded areas.

Life Cycle

Annual

Growth Habit

Upright, to 24''
Coleus

Leaves

Coleus Leaves

Flowers

Coleus Flowers

Propagation Method

Seeds or cuttings

Varieties or Cultivars

Coleus Glennis
Coleus Glennis