Merlot Coleus (Coleus hybrid)

Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. The Coleus Merlot, 'Coleus hybrid', has dark merlot foliage with the leaves developing a green picotee (point) as they age. Frost will cause them to die immediately. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched.For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. Purchase one today, before they all disappear. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. Coleus must have good soil drainage. * $9.95