Coleus 'Drippy Mix' - Seeds
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This coleus mix produces stunning plants with variegated foliage that showcase a captivating blend of magenta, purple, burgundy, and green hues. These varieties not only add a striking visual element to gardens and landscapes with their vibrant foliage and also thrive as attractive container plants. Although prized for their foliage, when the tall, attractive spikes of purple flowers emerge, they draw in pollinators such as bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. The combination of colorful foliage and eye-catching, spiked blooms makes coleus perfect for arrangements and centerpieces, bringing a lively touch to both indoor and outdoor settings. Whether used in garden beds or vase displays, their variegated foliage and lively colors are adored by gardeners and flower enthusiasts alike. This mix was named by my youngest son, who adored the "drippy" foliage.
Binomial Nomenclature: Solenostemon scutellarioides
Uses: Fresh cut flower, Dried flower, Gardens
Plant Height: 24-36"
Hardiness Zone: Annual (not frost tolerant)
Sowing: Indoors, 8-12 weeks before last frost
Light Requirements: Morning Sun to Dappled Shade (avoid full sun, as it tends to bleach color from foliage)
Growing Conditions: Well-drained, moist soil;
Tips: Pinch regularly to promote branching; removing flowering stems regularly early in the season encourages plant growth;
What We Love: Vibrant contrasting colors in beautifully shaped foliage; flower stems and foliage add visual interest to gardens and are valued in floral arrangements and centerpieces due to its striking colors and longevity once cut. Leaves are wonderful for crafts and art!