Care Tips
Light, Soil, Humidity, Water, Temperature
coleus
Coleus are vibrant tropical foliage plants, grown for their bold leaf colors and patterns. While often used for outdoor garden beds, they also make excellent houseplants when given bright light. Coleus grow quickly and are very easy to propagate, making them a good plant for people who are just entering the intermediate stage.
They thrive with bright light, consistent moisture, and regular pruning, meaning they require some maintenance and care.
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65–85°F
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Moderate preferred,
40–60% -
Bright, indirect.
On a windowsill or under a grow light
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Keep moist like a wrung-out sponge. Water when top 1 inch is dry
1-2x per week -
Rich, well-draining
Recommendations: Peat, sphagnum moss, worm castings, perlite, pumice, vermiculite, compost, biochar, bark -
Can be kept in containers outdoors in NM if watered frequently.
More light=more vibrant colors