Solenostemon scutellarioides 'India Frills'

Coleus, Flame Nettle, Painted Nettle

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 9B - 11
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Blue, white
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, massing
Height 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green, orange/brown, pink, purple, variegated, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage