- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Zones: 10
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Attractive foliage
- Ideal for: Conservatory, Greenhouse, Pot Plant
Description
Must be among the most stunning mixtures of Coleus ever produced, it will include the very popular Scarlet and Pink shades, Molten Lava (black and carmine) plus four recent colors including deep red, apricot and gold. Almost all with the 'Dragon Series' mark of distinction - the bright gold edge to each leaf. Fantastic pot plants and good bedding plants for a warm sheltered spot. Height 23-30cm (9-12in).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | any time of the year. |
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Sow on the surface of a good seed sowing mix but do not cover with sowing mix. Sealing in a plastic bag after sowing is helpful. Do not exclude light. Germination takes 10-20 days at 21-24C (70-75F).
Growing Instructions
When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 8cm (3in) pots and finally 15cm (6in) pots.
Aftercare Instructions
In the home, grow in a well-lighted spot, in the greenhouse provide a little shade. Remove the flower spikes as they weaken the plant.
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Started seeds indoors on 1 February 2009.
Seeds germinated 10 February 2009.
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