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Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers'

Also Known As

  • Coleus 'Inky Fingers'
  • Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers' plant details

Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with black, burgundy and chartreuse foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, burgundy and chartreuse
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Victorians loved the duck foot types for their compact form and patterned lobed leaves. 'Inky Fingers' sports leaves of deep purple black edged with lime green. An unparalleled container plant. Tolerates humid heat.
A smaller leaved coleus with inky-dark leaves margined in gold-green.

Gardening facts about Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers' plant

How to Grow Coleus scutellarioides 'Inky Fingers'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
    • burgundy
    • black
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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