Coleus Wasabi
General Information
Large, scalloped leaves combine a deep burgundy center with chartreuse netting pattern at the edges.
Grower Information
- Stunning colors and patterns for full sun and shade.
- Versatile, premium varieties are very late to never flowering.
- Low-maintenance, high-impact plants are perfect for large pot programs and landscaping.
- Durable and rugged.
- Serrated chartreuse leaves.
- Brilliant color holds without fading.
'UF0843'
Protection Information: PP23,585
(Flowering Only License)
Product Form
Liner
Prefinished
URC
Growing Information
General Information
Height: 18 - 36 in. (46 - 91 cm)
Spread: 16 - 28 in. (41 - 71 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: None
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: 32°F (0°C)
Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright
Characteristics: Shade Tolerant
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 16 - 20 in. (41 - 51 cm)
Height: 18 - 36 in. (46 - 91 cm)
Width: 16 - 28 in. (41 - 71 cm)
Exposure: Shade, Sun
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Coleus Wasabi