Coleus Ignite™ Copperhead

General Information

This compact coleus features striking red/orange foliage with ruffled leaves and lime green edges.

Grower Information

This compact coleus features striking red/orange foliage with ruffled leaves edged in lime.
  • Striking red/orange ruffled leaves are edged in lime.
'UF17-52-25'
Protection Information: PP34,041
(Flowering Only License)

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Growing Information

General Information

Height: 14 - 26 in. (36 - 66 cm)
Spread: 14 - 16 in. (36 - 41 cm)
Exposure: Shade, Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
Rooting Hormone: No
Average Days with Mist: 4-6
Pinch: No
Average Propagation Time (weeks): 2-3
Comments: Avoid stretch. Transplant on time. A daminozide spray (1,500-2,000 ppm) 10-12 days after stick can help to reduce stem elongation.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
Light Levels (fc): 4,000-10,000
Temperature Day: 74-85°F (23-29°C)
Temperature Night: 59-70°F (15-21°C)
Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225
No. of Pinches: 0-2
Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / D=Drench): Is responsive to daminozide(S) 2,500-3,500 ppm and chlormequat chloride(S) 1,000-1,500 ppm tank mix or uniconazole-P(S) 5-10 ppm.
Pests: Whitefly, aphids, thrips
Diseases: downy mildew
Finishing Comments: Pinch early to shape. Scout plants regularly for whitefly. Avoid crowding at all stages.

Crop Time (weeks)

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 5-7 weeks
6-inch (15-cm) Pots: 1-3 ppp, 6-8 weeks
10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Pots: 4-5 ppp, 8-11 weeks

Garden Details

Scientific name: Solenostemon scutellarioides
Common Name: Coleus
Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)
Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer, Autumn
Plant Habit: Columnar, Upright
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant
Water: Heavy
Fertilize: Once a month
Spacing: 8 - 10 in. (20 - 25 cm)
Height: 14 - 26 in. (36 - 66 cm)
Width: 14 - 16 in. (36 - 41 cm)
Exposure: Shade, Sun

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