Coleus Kong Scarlet ('Kakegawa Ce13') (Kong Series)
coleus ( syn. Solenostemon scutellarioides)
Exceptionally large leaves and unique patterns on well-branched plants, ‘Kong Scarlet’ is a coleus that works well outdoors...
9cm pot
£7.99
available to order from spring
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Plant description
Exceptionally large leaves and unique patterns on well-branched plants, ‘Kong Scarlet’ is a coleus that works well outdoors in shade or indirectly lit spots in the home. Velvety, central burgundy markings are margined and speckled by vivid lime-green and are ideal for brightening up a room or as mass, ground-covering plantings in a summer display.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Coleus scutellarioides Kong Scarlet ('Kakegawa Ce13') (Kong Series):
Plant out after all risk of frost has passed. Pinch out young shoots regularly to maintain foliage colour and a compact shape. Remove emerging flower spikes to maintain bushy habit. If growing in pots, move indoors in autumn to overwinter.
June Week 1
If you do nothing else...water new plants. Make sure new additions do not suffer during dry spells. Plant up summer containers bedding once the threat of frosts has passed. Feed container plants about six weeks after planting. If it’s a nice day...trim he
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After the last frost date, plant up containers with tender flowering bedding and reliable foliage plants. Line terracotta pots with polythene, taking care not to cover the planting holes, to reduce water loss through the porous sides of the pot.
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