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Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime'

Also Known As

  • Coleus 'Velvet Lime'
  • Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime' plant details

Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy, gold and green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, gold and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Scalloped wine red leaves fade to green-gold creating a rich effect in combinations. Plants achieve a height of roughly 2'.

Gardening facts about Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime' plant

How to Grow Coleus scutellarioides 'Velvet Lime'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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