The new sun-loving coleus are grown more for their leaves and have been bred to delay flowering. But if you are creating a pollinator garden, leave the flowers on when they appear.

WHAT IS A “SUN COLEUS”? The so-called “sun coleus” are varieties that tolerate a great deal of sun or even require it to show off their best coloration.

David McDonald from "The Jewel Box Garden"'Coral Glo' Garden writer Ray Rogers doesn't live here, but his favorite plant, the coleus, does. In fact, he says, it's perfectly suited to the Pacific ...

Coleus ‘Beale Street’ is the first coleus to be named an All-America Selections winner. It’s a bushy, large, deep red plant ...

Morning sun and afternoon shade is the rule of thumb for any coleus. But breeders have been introducing lots of sun-tolerant varieties that can take a lot more light than many of the older hybrids.

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Morning sun and afternoon shade is a great combination but do not give them too much shade or the stems will become weak and the plant less vigorous. Coleus is a great plant for containers.

In full sun, be sure to give all coleus plenty of water. It may wilt in high heat, but will spring back quickly when given a drink. A 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch over the soil will help retain ...

Known for its amazing diversity, coleus, a popular bedding plant, brightens flowerbeds and containers throughout the long summers here in New Orleans. Over the past couple of decades, breeders and ...

Coleus likes even moisture best, but in shade will do better with drier soil. In full sun, be sure to give all coleus plenty of water. It may wilt in high heat, but will spring back quickly when ...

Coleus is a striking perennial that's a favorite of gardeners looking to add vibrance and contrast to their spring, summer, and early fall garden. But, every year when the first frost hits, it's gone.

Coleus may be sun or shade tolerant. When purchasing coleus, all can survive in shade to filtered sun. If you have a sunny spot in mind, ask the horticulturist at the garden center for the best ...