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Coleus scutellariodes Wizard Mixed
Coleus scutellariodes Wizard Mixed
Greenhouse Herbaceous Perennial
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Zones: 10
- Height: 18 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Attractive foliage
- Ideal for: Conservatory, Greenhouse, Pot Plant
Description
A superior mixture and selection. Dwarfer, more base branching, without the need to 'pinch out'.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | any time of year. |
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Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed sowing mix in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C). Surface sow and do not exclude light. Germination usually takes 7-21 days.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Pot on as required into 13cm (5in) and finally 20cm (8in) pots.
Aftercare Instructions
Provide a temperature of 5-10C (40-50F) through the winter.