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Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585

Scientific Name: Coleus scutellarioides 'UF0646'

Also Known As

  • Coleus x 'Redhead'
  • Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Redhead'
  • Plectranthus scutellarioides 'UF0646'
  • Plectranthus scutellarioides Redhead™
  • Redhead Coleus

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585 plant details

Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with red foliage. In fall purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous red
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall
Uses: award-winning, container plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Redhead was awarded Best Coleus at the Cornell floral trials last year, for good reason, as it is a strong grower, uniform, with a unique rich color, absolutely glowing.

Gardening facts about Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585 plant

How to Grow Coleus scutellarioides Redhead™ PP21585

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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