IDEAS FOR ENJOYING YOUR
Coleus Spitfire
Solenostemon scutellarioides Spitfire
Stunning vibrant pink and lime green coloring and patterns on elongated leaves draw attention to this terrific new introduction. Performing well and holding onto color in full sun and shade gives you plenty of choice when placing on a porch, patio, or balcony. Self-branching is perfect in combo planters, solo containers, on balconies and patios. Naturally compact it can be used effectively in the front border of a landscape.
Key Characteristics of your Coleus Spitfire
USDA Zone
Not Hardy
Sunlight
Filtered Sun to Part Shade
Size
Mature Height: 10-16″ (25-40cm)
Mature Width: 14-16″ (35-40cm)
Color
White – late to never flowering; grown for foliage
Bloom Time
Summer
Growth Habit
Compact and Mounding
Watering
Water regularly to keep soil moist
Warning
Not for human or animal
consumption
Caring for your Coleus Spitfire
- Perfect for sun or shade
- Prefers well-draining soil, watered regularly to keep the soil moist
- Careful to not provide too much fertilizer (cut recommend rate of fertilizer in half or decrease frequency) so that you do not promote too much growth – this will reduce the brilliant colors of the Coleus
- If you plant into a larger container, make sure it is sturdy and will not tip over in the wind. The larger the container, the larger the Coleus will grow until it reaches mature height.