Coleus - Dapple Apple

Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. Coleus must have good soil drainage. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Frost will cause them to die immediately. The Coleus Dapple Apple, 'Coleus hybrid', has apple green, wide leaves that are richly adorned with yellow flecks underpinned by yellow veins. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. ... additional info