Plectranthus scutellarioides (Kong Jr. )


Botanical Information

FamilyLamiaceae
GenusPlectranthus
Speciesscutellarioides
SynonymsColeus scutellarioides 'Kong Jr.', Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Kong Jr.'
CategoryAnnuals

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1 - 7
Temperature (°F)30 - 50
Height45 - 60 cm
Spread50 - 90 cm
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA popular foliage plant since Victorian times that comes in a variety of colours with irregular patterns. The Kong Jr. series has been bred to prevent breakage and loss.
LandscapeMakes an excellent container or houseplant, and also works well grouped in beds or borders. Typically grown as an annual.
PropagationPropagate through cuttings.
CultivationGrow in partial or full shade, in a moist, organically rich soil that should not be allowed to dry out.
PestsAphids, spider mites, and whiteflies may be a nuisance.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionMulti-coloured leaves that are ovate to oblong and toothed, appearing in every colour on the spectrum except blue.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are insignificant, small, blue to white.

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