Name: Coleus scutellarioides, formlerly Solenostemon scutellarioides

Why we love it: A great shade-loving plant with vibrant leaves to add colour to even your shadiest garden or patio corner. 

Mature width: 1-2 ft

Mature height: 1-3 ft

Sun: Full to part shade. 

Growing zone: 10a-11b

Victoria, BC and surrounding area is considered a zone 8-9 depending on where exactly you live.

Water: Maintain soil moisture. This plant will not do well if allowed to dry between watering.  

Deer resistant? No

Pet Toxicity: This plant is toxic if ingested. 

Plants are sold in their plastic nursery pots.