LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Foliage
GROWTH HABIT
Compact
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental foliage
SUITABLE FOR
BOTH
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Annual ornamental foliage
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
30–90 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun to partial shade
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
10–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Rich soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Blue Pink Coleus be shaped through regular pinching?
Can Blue Pink Coleus be shaped through regular pinching?
Yes, pinching growing tips can encourage branching and help create a fuller, more compact foliage display
Can Blue Pink Coleus be combined with green foliage plants?
Can Blue Pink Coleus be combined with green foliage plants?
Yes, its contrasting leaf colors can add visual variety when planted alongside plants with solid green or differently textured foliage
How can Coleus be displayed in a mixed container?
How can Coleus be displayed in a mixed container?
Positioning it among plants with complementary heights and textures can create a layered container arrangement while keeping its colorful foliage prominent
Can Blue Pink Coleus be moved between indoor and outdoor locations?
Can Blue Pink Coleus be moved between indoor and outdoor locations?
Yes, container-grown plants can be relocated when seasonal conditions change, while avoiding sudden exposure to significantly different light levels
How can Coleus be kept from becoming too leggy?
How can Coleus be kept from becoming too leggy?
Regularly pinching elongated growing tips and providing adequate light can encourage branching and help maintain a more balanced shape
Can Blue Pink Coleus be used as a border foliage plant?
Can Blue Pink Coleus be used as a border foliage plant?
Yes, its colorful foliage can provide a decorative edging or foreground layer in garden beds and mixed ornamental borders