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Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 10"-14"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 1-12
Coleus 'Chocolate Mint' plant details
Coleus 'Chocolate Mint' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with burgundy and green foliage. lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 14 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms
- Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Coleus 'Chocolate Mint' plant
How to Grow Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- lavender
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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