ColorBlaze® Chocolate Drop Coleus (scutellarioides)

ColorBlaze® Chocolate Drop is a striking and versatile plant that adds bold color and texture to any space. Its rounded green leaves are highlighted by a deep crimson center, creating a stunning contrast that catches the eye. This heat-tolerant beauty resists deer, ensuring it stays vibrant and undisturbed in your garden. Best of all, no deadheading is required, making it a low-maintenance choice. Adaptable as a houseplant, it thrives when placed in bright, indirect light, bringing a splash of color indoors. Perfect for gardeners looking for easy care and dramatic flair, ColorBlaze® Chocolate Drop is a true showstopper.

• 18-24 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide at maturity
• Annual except in zones 10-11, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
• Plant in sun or shade
• Space plants 12-18 inches apart for best results
• Maintains green, black and crimson variegated foliage spring through frost
• Great for containers and landscapes
• Resists deer
• Heat tolerant, foliage interest, adaptable as a houseplant, deadheading not necessary

Care: Fertilize weekly with Proven Winners Water Soluble Plant Food for best performance. Many people feel that coleus look best before they flower. We have worked hard to choose coleus that bloom late in the season or not at all. To keep foliage in top shape, pinch off the blooms as they appear if you wish.

Shipping Info:

• Enjoy free shipping on orders over $175
• Size at shipping varies by season, plant, and trimming schedules
• Annuals are 4-8" tall at shipment

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