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Coleus 'Wizard Mix'

Solenostemon scutellarioides

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Wizard Mix is a variety of Coleus which is a member of the Solenostemon family. Its botanical name is Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Wizard Mix'. Wizard Mix is a hybrid variety. It is an Ornamental and is treated mainly as a Annual, This means that it grows best over the course of a single year. Wizard Mix is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.24 feet (that's 38.0 cm in metric).

Wizard Mix Coleus is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Coleus 'Wizard Mix' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Coleus 'Wizard Mix'

Partial Sun
+
Medium

Position in a partial sun location and remember to water moderately. Wizard Mix is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. USDA Hardiness Zone 10 to 11 are typically the USDA Hardiness Zones that are appropriate for this plant (although this can vary based on your microclimate).

Growing Wizard Mix from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.0 inches (0.01 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 65°C / 149°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Wizard Mix about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Wizard Mix

Colors develop on true leaves later (2-3 weeks after emergence). Not evident on sprouts- all green. Do not remove/prick out seedlings due to non-coloration- it’s coming!

Wizard Mix is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Wizard Mix

Coleus 'Wizard Mix' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Wizard Mix exhibits. Annual Category The category for the Wizard Mix plant. Ornamental
Hardiness Is Wizard Mix frost hardy? Tender
Mature Height How tall does Wizard Mix grow? 38.0 cm / 1.24 feet Mature Spread How wide does Wizard Mix grow? 51.0 cm / 1.66 feet
USDA Zone Range What zones does Wizard Mix grow best in? Zone 10 - Zone 11
Sun How much sunlight does Wizard Mix need to grow? Partial Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Wizard Mix require? Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Wizard Mix need in order to germinate? 65°C / 149°F to 85°C / 185°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Wizard Mix in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Can Sow Direct? Can Wizard Mix seeds be sown directly? Yes Sowing Depth How deep to plant Wizard Mix? 0.01 cm / 0.0 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Wizard Mix 30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
Edible? Is Wizard Mix edible? non-edible

How long does Wizard Mix take to grow?

These estimates for how long Coleus 'Wizard Mix' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Wizard Mix to germinate? 14 days Average 14 days | Min 8 days | Max 21 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Wizard Mix? + 77 days Average 77 days | Min 77 days | Max 77 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Wizard Mix is ready for harvest / bloom? + 228 days Average 228 days | Min 228 days | Max 228 days (1)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Wizard Mix? = 319 days

When should I sow Wizard Mix?

Folia's when to plant Coleus 'Wizard Mix' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

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