Botanical name – Coleus scutellarioides ‘Henna’
Common name – Plectranthus, Solenostemon, flame nettle, painted nettle
Description – A fantastic contrast plant in the garden that provides year-round colour through its unique foliage. A compact shrub ideal for borders or breaking up your standard greens through the garden or in pots.
Flower Colour – Subtle white or violets
Flower Period – Summer
Fruiting – N/A
Location – Grows best in fertile soil in a full sun to part shade position.
Care – Water regularly during establishment and maintain through the warmer months. Fertilise during spring and follow up in summer to help encourage healthy growth. Prune as required to maintain bushy form.
Mature height – .5m H x .5m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
140mm – 15cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
Full Sun | |
Part Shade | |
Moderate Watering | |
Ideal for Pots | |
Flowering | |
Wild Life Attracting | |
50cm Wide | |
50cm High |