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Coleus - Pineapple
If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. The Coleus Pineapple, 'Coleus hybrid', has scalloped edges that adds to the already impressive contrast of ruby and chartreuse foliage. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. Coleus must have good soil drainage. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. ... additional info
Ageratum - Artist Blue Violet Ageratum are great for borders, containers, and rock gardens. They flower May through October and are a low maintainence plant. The Artist Blue Violet has an open habit and will add texture and mid-height interest in large containers or landscapes. The Ageratum Artist Blue Violet , 'Ageratum hybrid', has beautiful bicolor blue violet blooms. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. It is also exceptionally heat tolerant. They produce radiant clusters of fuzzy flowers, early and on even compact plants. This Proven Winner plant is able to renew itself continuously throughout the season by over-growing old blooms with fresh colorful new blooms. |
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