ColorBlaze® Dark Star

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12 - 24

Solenostemon scutellarioides
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ColorBlaze® Dark Star

Coleus

Solenostemon scutellarioides

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Features

Stunning, dark purple foliage all summer.

• Adaptable as a Houseplant
• Attracts Birds
• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Best Seller
• Deadheading Not Necessary
• Deer Resistant
• Heat Tolerant
• Landscape Plant

Ornamental Characteristics

Flower Color
Blue-Purple

Foliage Color
Black/Purple

Height
12-24" (Medium)

Spacing
12-16"

Habit
Upright

Container Plant Style
Thriller - Used either in the back or middle of a container. Usually a taller item that adds height and drama to the container.

Plant Needs

Duration
Annual

Bloom Time
Grown for foliage may bloom Mid to Late Summer

Zone(s)
Annual except in zones 10 - 11

Hardy Temp
35°F (2°C)

Exposure
Plant in sun or shade

Water Needs
Normal

Maintenance
Easy

Uses
Landscapes and containers

Use in beds, borders and containers
Growing Tips
Many people feel that coleus look best before they flower. To keep foliage in top shape, pinch off the blooms as they appear if you wish.

Coleus can be used as a houseplant.

Rules of Thumb for Overwintering Plants Indoors:

1. Choose only healthy plants

2. Bring Plants indoors before frost damages foliage

3. Treat for disease and insects before bringing plants indoors

4. Place in bright areas and add humidity using pebble trays or spray bottles

5. Be careful not to over water

6 When active growth starts in spring fertilize and prune as needed

7. Introduce your plants slowly to outdoor conditions in spring

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Year Award Trial
2009   Bronze Medal Champaign County Illinois Master Gardener Idea Garden
2009   Best Coleus Colorado State University
  Foliage was impressive with a strong dark chocolate color that had no bleaching despite being planted in full sun. ...Plants displayed great vigor and were extremely uniform. Dr. Klett
2009   Top Performer Mississippi State University
2009   People's Choice Winner Louisiana - Hammond Research Station
2009   Top Performer - Growers Ohio State University - Columbus
2009   Top Performer - Consumer Ohio State University - Columbus
2007   Best of the Zoo Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
2004   Top Picks Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

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Pot Size
22 inches
Color Scheme
Vibrant Mix

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