Coleus, Flame Nettle, Painted Nettle 'Pineapplet'

San Antonio, Tx.
The 'Pineapplet' coleus has a compact habit reaching a height of about 18 inches. It has scalloped, deeply notche...Read Mored yellow-gold leaves which are at first splotched with apple green and then lightly speckled with red. It can be planted in sun or partial shade. In a full sun location, it will be more yellow with fewer splotches of red. Because it is a lower growing coleus, it is a good plant to use in a border. As shown in the photo above, it looks great in front of taller growing coleus.It is a sturdy plant that requires little care once it is established. It can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take the cutting and place it in a small container that has been filled with a good potting mix. The leaves may wilt for awhile, but it roots quickly if the soil is kept moist. Then, transfer it to the garden location in which you want to plant it. It is not necessary to dip the cutting in a root stimulator like Root-Tone, but the roots do develop faster if you do so. The stem cutting may be placed in water until it roots also.