Coleus That can Handle Sun or Shade: Container Gardening Design Ideas

Traditionally Coleus took part shade to shade for these plants to thrive. Thanks to Proven Winners they have improved a hybrid ...

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🌿 Coleus can thrive in full sun, receiving anywhere from four to six hours of direct light daily.

🌺 There is a variety of Coleus named ColorBlaze which is specifically bred to withstand full sun conditions.

🌱 The 'Ridiculous' cultivar of Coleus is an upright plant that can reach 24 to 40 inches in height and can be used as a houseplant or in landscapes.

🌸 Although Coleus is known for its vibrant foliage, it also produces flowers which can be left on the plant to attract bees.

📏 The 'Golden Dreams' Coleus has a red and chartreuse foliage and can grow up to 40 inches tall, making it a suitable 'thriller' plant for container gardening.

🍫 The 'Chocolate Drop' cultivar has a trailing habit and can be used as a 'spiller' in pots with its 14 to 20-inch spread.

🍉 'Mini Me Watermelon' is a new Coleus variety for 2023 with watermelon to coral-colored leaves and a smaller stature of 12 to 20 inches tall.

✂️ Trimming and maintenance of the Coleus, such as pinching off unwanted flowers or overgrown trails, is straightforward and beneficial to the plant's appearance.

💧 Good quality, well-draining soil is crucial for Coleus, and slow-release fertilizer can be added to the soil to feed the plants for up to three months.

💦 Implementing a drip irrigation system in the Coleus container ensures consistent watering, especially during establishment and in dry conditions.

Timestamped Summary

00:01 Introduction to planting full sun Coleus with Kim.

00:17 Kim introduces the Colorblaze Series Coleus that can tolerate full sun.

00:48 Details about "Ridiculous" Coleus, including its preference for sunlight and heat tolerance.

01:10 Explanation that no deadheading is needed for Coleus, it's grown for foliage interest.

02:31 Information about "Chocolate Drop" Coleus, a trailing variety perfect for container edges.

03:16 Introduction to "Mini Me Watermelon" Coleus, a new variety for 2023, with a smaller growth habit.

03:50 Kim fills the terracotta pot with Proven Winners premium soil.

04:06 Soil characteristics and the inclusion of slow-release fertilizer are discussed.

04:27 Kim decides to add an extra scoop of slow-release fertilizer to the soil.

05:03 The "Golden Dreams" Coleus is planted as the thriller in the center of the pot.

05:46 Kim adds "Mini Me Watermelon" as the filler next to "Golden Dreams."

06:02 Kim plants the "Chocolate Drop" Coleus as the spiller, arranging it to trail over the pot's edge.

07:36 Adjusting the layout of the plants for proper spacing in the pot.

08:14 Kim installs a drip irrigation system in the pot.

10:01 Watering the newly planted Coleus to ensure all the soil is thoroughly moist.

10:17 Using landscape staples to secure the drip tubing in place.

10:42 Kim plans to show pictures of the Coleus once they look fresh and settled in the container.

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Q&A

Can Coleus be planted in full sun?

Yes, Coleus can take anywhere from four to six hours of full sun and do absolutely great.

What series of Coleus is mentioned that can take full sun?

The Colorblaze series is mentioned, and it can take full sun.

How tall can the Coleus named 'Ridiculous' grow?

'Ridiculous' can grow 24 to 40 inches tall.

Can Coleus be used as a houseplant?

Yes, Coleus is very adaptable as a houseplant, especially if you'd like to save these plants and bring them inside when it starts getting frost later in the year.

What should you do if you don't like the flowers on Coleus?

If you don't like the flowers on Coleus, you can just pinch them off.

What kind of potting soil should be used for planting Coleus?

You should use light and fluffy potting soil that drains really well, preferably with some slow-release fertilizer to feed the plants up to three months.

Is it necessary to place anything at the bottom of the pot when planting Coleus?

No, you should not fill the containers with anything at the bottom to ensure the pot drains well and allows the roots to grow throughout the soil.