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Coleus - Sedona
Coleus must have good soil drainage. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. The Coleus Sedona, 'Coleus hybrid', has very unique russet colored foliage. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... more information
Begonia - Spectrum Mandela Too much shade however, may cause the plants to become soft and less prolific in bloom. This begonia is a cross between the winter flowering Begonia socotrana, and the summer flowering tuberous types of begonias. In cool or wet climates, consider growing your Spectrum begonias on a patio or in porch boxes. The Begonia Spectrum Mandela, 'Begonia x hybrida', are wonderfully floriferous plants that are at home in the garden, or in patio containers. They should not be subjected to more than ½ day of sun as they will not tolerate a full sun location. The Spectrum Mandela begonias are distinguished by their large, double flowers that are yellow in color. These very vigorous Spectrum Begonias are excellent in porch boxes and hanging baskets. These plants perform best when soil temperatures are above 60°F and when planted in flowerbeds. |
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