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Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Kingwood Torch'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.1 m (3 - 3.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Kingwood Torch' (coleus) yields bright blue and repeat-blooming blossoms. This plant is upright and has showy, matte, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is variegated medium lime and dark red in colour. The stems are smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container and tropical.
Special Characteristics This tender perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Kingwood Torch' (coleus) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.