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Plectranthus Scutellarioides "Coleus Kong Rose" Seedlings 6 Pack
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Mark H.
Kempton Park,
South Africa
Feb 14, 2026
Nice size seedlings... Happy 😁
Plectranthus Scutellarioides "Coleus Kong Rose" Seedlings 6 Pack
Product Details
Weight: 1.00 kg
Coleus ‘Kong Rose’
Botanical Name
Plectranthus scutellarioides ‘Kong Rose’
Common Names
- Coleus
- Painted Nettle
- Kong Rose Coleus
Product Description
Coleus ‘Kong Rose’ is a vibrant, bushy foliage plant prized for its striking, variegated leaves in shades of pink, rose, and green. Its upright, compact habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, patios, and indoor display. This low-maintenance, fast-growing plant thrives in bright, indirect light or 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 direct sun may scorch leaves; prefers morning sun or filtered light in hotter regions.
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Humus-rich garden or potting soil recommended.
- Watering: Moderate
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; tolerates short dry periods once established.
- 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 encourage bushiness
- Remove faded leaves to maintain vibrant 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
- Bright, colourful foliage year-round when grown in suitable light
- Ideal for indoor and outdoor container planting
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