Family: Lamiaceae

Scientific Name: Solenostemon scutellarioides Fishnet Stockings

Common Name: Coleus Fishnet Stockings

DescriptionA striking Coleus with fishnet patterned veins.
Pronunciation(sol-en-oh-STEM-on)(skew-tell-ar-ee-OH-ih-deez0
Plant TypeAll Plants, Annuals
Hardiness Zone9-11
Sunlightsun to light shade
Moistureaverage
Soil & Siteaverage
Temperaturefrost tender
LeavesAgainst a backdrop of vibrant frog-green (or bright lime, if you aren't into frogs), each and every vein of its chubby, rounded leaves are painted with a thick line of deep purple. The scalloped edges are inked as well, while an inky blotch marks the base of the leaf. (Singing Springs Nursery)
Dimensions24 inches
Maintenancedead head all flowers, pinching to maintain shape
Propagationeasy from cuttings
Cultivar OriginOriginated by Singing Springs Nursery, Cedar Grove North Carolina.
Notes & Reference#118-Coleus (Ray Rodgers), Singing Springs Nursery web site
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