Coleus ChargedUp™ Coleosaurus
General Information
Brightly colored foliage makes this coleus a standout variety in the landscape.
Vibrant dark red and lime green leaves give an exciting bold contrast in full sun or shade.
Vibrant dark red and lime green leaves give an exciting bold contrast in full sun or shade.
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.
- Controlled, well-branched habit.
- Easy to produce in small containers.
- Requires little pinching.
- Similar in vigor to Redhead and Henna.
'Balsolsauri'
(Flowering Only License)
Product Form
Liner
Prefinished
URC
Growing Information
General Information
Height: 14 - 28 in. (36 - 71 cm)
Spread: 24 - 36 in. (61 - 91 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: Upright
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Shade Tolerant, Water/Rain Tolerant
Water: Heavy
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 24 in. (61 cm)
Height: 14 - 28 in. (36 - 71 cm)
Width: 24 - 36 in. (61 - 91 cm)
Exposure: Shade, Sun
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