Coleus plant indoor care is easy and worthwhileThese tropical beauties make fantastic houseplantsColeus plants also offer stunning foliage in a large variety of colors, leaf shape and plant size for your home
All coleus varieties require a light soil
A mix of potting soil and perlite will keep the roots happiest
Coleus can be grown in any well draining pot that fit the rootsIf you want to encourage faster growth choose a pot about 2 inches wider in diameter than the root ball
Check the plant tag when you purchase your Coleus, most varities will tolerate low light but do best in bright indirect light as houseplants
Watering is best done on a regular schedule so the plant is not over or under wateredWater your Coleus when the soil is dry down an inch or so
This tropical plant enjoys high humidity50 to 70% is a good rangeIn dry climates the Coleus will benefit from a humidifier nearby
Coleus are not heavy feeders and go without feeding more than other houseplantsBut, an occasional dose every other month in the growing season is welcome
Keep coleus at a low of 50 Degrees F in dormant winter months to upward of 85 Degrees FThis tropical plant requires warmth and humidity for best growth
It’s easy to prune and shape coleus to whatever length and fullness you desireAs a table top plant cut the trailers back evenly all around the pot. If you want the pot fuller add more starts to the pot
All coleus produce small blue clusters of flowers on long stemsColeus flowers will sap the strength of your mother plantFor optimal growth and vibrancy of foliage, snip off the flower stems
Coleus are incredibly easy to propagate and care forSeed, soil, and water are all reliable methods of propagation for this plant