flowering bush coleus
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P. thyrsoideus is a bushy evergreen perennial with heart-shaped, round-toothed leaves to 10cm long, and spikes of bright blue flowers 1cm long, mostly in winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- flowering bush coleus (Coleus thyrsoideus)
- Genus
- Coleus
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of flowering bush coleus
Distribution map
Southern Tropical Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of flowering bush coleus
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flowering bush coleus care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningPinch out tips of young plants to encourage bushy growth
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in temperatures of 19-24°C (66-75°F) when they are ripe. Can also be propagated by softwood cuttings any time of year
Growing
GrowingGrow under glass in areas prone to frost; may be grown outside in the summer. Use a John Innes No 2 compost and position in dappled shade. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser once a month and water freely. In winter much less water is required
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Pests
Generally trouble free
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