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Coleus hadiensis

Also Known As

  • Plectranthus hadiensis
  • Plectranthus tomentosa
  • Succulent Coleus
  • Vicks Plant

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Coleus hadiensis plant details

Coleus hadiensis is a fast-growing evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus hadiensis

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus hadiensis

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rapid growing upright annual herb with the fragrance of Vicks Mentholatum. Sun and well drained soil.

Gardening facts about Coleus hadiensis plant

How to Grow Coleus hadiensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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