Coleus Coral Sunrise Mostly grown as annuals, coleus are low-maintenance plants with attractive foliage. What makes coleus so popular is its versatility: the plants are easy to grow, stay vibrant in both sun and shade, and tolerate almost any soil type. New colors and patterns of coleus are introduced regularly including dwarf varieties, trailing types, and big-leaf, upright plants that grow to 3 1/2 feet tall.
- Coleus Coral Sunrise Plant the Coleus seeds in starter trays
- Light is required for germination so press the seeds into the soil but do not cover
- Continually keep the tray moist and warm for germination
- A light covering of plastic wrap will help hold in moisture and heat
- Remove the plastic as soon as sprouts appear
- Once sprouts appear, make sure the trays are in a sunny window or under grow lights
- A light application of water soluable fertilizer applied at 3 – 4 weeks of growth is helpful
- Pinching the stems back will help to encourage a bushy growth habit
- Harden off the young Coleus plants for 7 – 10 days prior to planting out
- Transplant into soil that has been amended with organic matter
Coleus Coral Sunrise Care And Maintenance
- Mulch around the Coleus plants to help hold in moisture and suppress weed growth
- Protect plants from direct sun and strong winds
- Watch for pest damage and treat if needed
- Keep the plants moist throughout the growing season
- Coleus Wizard Rose Provide an application of a slow release fertilizer at the time of transplanting
- Pinch back flowers if desired – they may distract from the foliage beauty
- Pull plants after first frost when there is dieback
Coleus Coral Sunrise Dragon Care
Coleus Wizard MosaicAs there are coleus varieties for different levels of sun exposure, make sure to choose a variety that is suitable for the planting location. Here are the main care requirements for growing coleus:
- Plant in rich, loose, well-worked garden soil or quality container plant mix.
- Wait to plant outdoors until the temperature reaches 60°F.
- Keep the soil consistently moist and water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
- Keep mulch from contacting stems and avoid cedar mulch
- Protect outdoor plants when temperatures dip below 50°F.
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