Description | Big Blonde (Solenostemon scutellarioides) A large growing Coleus with yellow leaves, red stems and petioles. |
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Pronunciation | (sol-en-oh-STEM-on)(skew-tell-ar-ee-OH-ih-deez) |
Plant Type | Annuals, Perennial Tender |
Hardiness Zone | 9-10 |
Sunlight | In full sun the leaves are bright yellow and stems brighter red. In shaded sites the leaves become greener. |
Moisture | average |
Soil & Site | average |
Growing Media | average patio |
Leaves | bright yellow leaves , red petioles and veins |
Stems | reddish |
Dimensions | reaches 2-3 feet tall |
Maintenance | Constant dead heading of flowers. As this plant gets larger the stems become more and more brittle. Should be in a place where it is not bumped or trampled by pets. Pruned to maintain shape. |
Propagation | cuttings |
Cultivar Origin | Paul Ecke Ranch introduction |
Misc Facts | (syn. Coleus blumei) |