Name: Plectranthus Scutellarioides "Coleus Coleosaurus" 17cmPot
SKU: COL164
Price: 75.0 ZAR
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Coleus ‘Coleosaurus’

Botanical Name

Plectranthus scutellarioides ‘Coleosaurus’

Common Names

Coleus

Painted Nettle

Coleosaurus Coleus

Product Description

Coleus ‘Coleosaurus’ is a vibrant, ornamental foliage plant known for its striking, multicoloured leaves in shades of green, red, pink, and purple. Its upright, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, patios, and indoor decoration. This plant is low-maintenance, fast-growing, and thrives in both sun and partial shade, making it perfect for adding dramatic colour and texture to South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

Height: ± 30–60 cm

Spread: ± 30–50 cm

Growth habit: Upright, bushy, and compact

Best Growing Conditions

Light: Partial shade to bright indirect light

Intense sun may scorch leaves; partial shade preferred in hot regions.

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Prefers humus-rich garden or potting soil.

Watering: Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; drought tolerant for short periods.

Climate:

Best suited to temperate and subtropical regions of South Africa
Sensitive to frost; ideal for containers in cooler areas

Maintenance: Low

Pinch back growing tips to maintain bushiness
Remove faded leaves to enhance appearance

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

Best Time to Plant: Spring to early summer

Active Growing Season: Spring through summer

Seasonal Notes:

Tender perennial; may behave as an annual in frost-prone areas
Leaves maintain vivid colour when kept well-watered and in partial shade
Suitable for indoor growing year-round in containers

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