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Coleus - Black Prince
For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. The Coleus Black Prince, 'Coleus hybrid', has compact blackish dark purple foliage that glows with a subtle sheen, and features a nicely shaped scalloped edge. Coleus must have good soil drainage. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Frost will cause them to die immediately. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. ... get more information
Gazania - Daybreak Bright Orange Gazinias thrive in hot, dry areas and have moderate frost tolerance. Gazanias are sun worshippers, and they close up at night and on very cloudy days. Water only when dry. The Gazania Daybreak Bright Orange, 'Gazania splendens', are early to flower and the compact 8 inch tall plants produce flowers with dark-ringed centers. The blooms open with the sun, and stay open longer than most varieties. Use in mass plantings, ground covers, edging, bedding, and containers. The daisy like flowers are very colorfulPlant them in well drained soils or in pots. The Daybreak Bright Orange was a Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner. |
