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Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Chocolate Covered Cherry'

Coleus

  • Beautiful vibrant colors
  • Adds big interest to sun or shade gardens and planters
  • Color holds well without fading
  • Offered in 4.5" green and Presto pots

Plants are available seasonally based on demand. Please check availability to order.

Ball Landscape
  • Category: Annual
  • Breeder:Ball Landscape
  • Hardiness Zone:10-11
  • Height:12-14 in
  • Spread:10-12 in
  • Spacing:8-8 in
  • Temperature:50°F
  • Bloom Color: Blue
Attributes
Border or Bed
Filler
Foot Friendly
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Multi-Color
Purple
Habit
Mounding
Upright
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Additional Information about Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Chocolate Covered Cherry'

50 Show-stopping colors; bold patterns; rich textures: Pro landscapers and gardeners love these centre stage varieties for their great looks and reliable performance in sunny gardens and patio planters. Our Premium Sun Coleus can tolerate full sun in regions of high relative humidity such as Hardiness Zones 9 and 10. Foliage will scorch in full sun with low relative humidity. All are suitable for shade.

Plug crop time: 5 to 6 weeks
Transplant to finish:6 to 8 weeks

  • Boldly patterned, multi-colored foliage makes a great companion to our other “chocolate” coleus: Chocolate Mint and Dark Chocolate.
  • Non-fading color pattern: rose centre on each leaf is surrounded by deep mahogany and edged with green.
  • Late flowering and dwarf size are adaptable to pack and pot programs.
  • Performs well in planters and small gardens in sun and shade.

Best for: 4 and 6-in. (10 and 15-cm) pots

Blend the scrumptious multi-color pattern with terrific performance in both sun and shade and this is one tasty garden treat! Each fade-proof leaf shows off a rose center, surrounded by deep mahogany and edged with a thin green margin. Great in planters, beds and mixed containers.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Chocolate Covered Cherry'

Heat-tolerant, can plant in full sun in areas of high humidity. Little fertilization required.