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Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
Also Known As
- Coleus 'Merlot'
- Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 10"-18"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot' plant details
Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with black and purple foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black and purple
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 10 IN - 18 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
Gardening facts about Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot' plant
How to Grow Coleus scutellarioides 'Merlot'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- purple
- black
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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