Coleus 'Redhead'

Solenostemon scutellarioides

How to grow Coleus 'Redhead'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Tender perennial will not survive a frost. Flower spikes should be trimmed off in order to encourage branching. Although it grows well in full sun, in areas of extreme heat shelter from midday sun.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Redhead is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing Redhead from seed

Transplanting Redhead

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Redhead is a tender plant.

Harvesting Redhead

Other Names for Coleus 'Redhead'

coleous