Coleus Versa Rose to Lime Solenostemon Scutellarioides is a tender, tropical perennial native to Africa and Asia. Coleus Versa Rose seeds can be germinated indoors, and the seedling can be transplanted later outdoors. Coleus has upright growth habit and this well-branched highly ornamental foliage plant is grown as an annual in most regions. Also known by other common names such as Flame Nettle, Painted Nettle or Painted Leaf, Coleus Versa has very unique foliage with large leaves that start out rosy pink, turning to cream with lime-green margins over the course of growing season.
Coleus Versa Rose is a superb container and border plant, and this attractive ornamental flower is one of the best houseplant to grow indoors. Growing Coleus Versa from Solenostemon Scutellarioides seeds is not complicated at all, and the seeds germinate fast. Coleus Versa series do not fade under the sun, tolerating heat, and this variety of Coleus can be grown just everywhere in the garden.
PLANT PROFILE
Season: Perennial/Annual
Height: 24 Inches
Bloom Season: Spring/Summer/Fall
Environment: Sun/Partial Shade
Soil Type: Rich, Moist well-drained, pH 5.6-7.5
USDA Zones: 10-11 (As Perennial) All Regions of North America (As Annual)
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Sow Indoors: Spring (6-8 weeks before last frost)
Sow Outdoors: Spring
Seed Depth: Surface sowing - press seeds slightly into the soil
Germination Time: 10-14 Days
