Coleus ‘Crown Jewel’ - urzicuta regala cu frunzis burgundy si margini aurii

Known by the common names “decorative nettle” or “rainbow nettle,” Coleus ‘Crown Jewel’ is a spectacular variety of Solenostemon scutellarioides, grown for its large, velvety, and brightly colored leaves. This cultivar impresses with deep burgundy shades contrasted by fringed edges of bright lime green – a true botanical gem that draws attention in any setting.

The plant has a compact and branched form, with rapid growth and excellent adaptability in pots, window boxes, or flower beds. It is ideal both for outdoors in the warm season and as an indoor plant in bright spaces.

🌿 General features:

• Full name: Solenostemon scutellarioides ‘Crown Jewel’

• Botanical synonyms: Coleus blumei, Plectranthus scutellarioides

• Common names: decorative nettle, rainbow nettle

• Family: Lamiaceae

• Plant type: herbaceous decorative foliage, annual (or perennial indoors)

• Leaves: broad, serrated, velvety, deep burgundy with yellowish green edges

• Flowers: small, blue-lavender, insignificant; can be removed to maintain compact shape

• Form: compact bush, with strongly branched stems and symmetrical growth

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: strong indirect light or partial shade; avoid prolonged exposure to strong direct sun

• Temperature: optimal between 18–30°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 10°C

• Watering: consistent – keep the soil lightly moist but not soaked

• Soil: fertile, well-drained – universal soil mix with added perlite or peat

• Fertilizing: every two weeks during the growing season (spring to autumn).

For a compact and lush appearance, periodic pinching of the tips is recommended. In the cold season, the plant can be brought indoors and kept in a pot until spring.

✔️ Advantages:

• Intensely colored foliage with remarkable contrast – burgundy + lime green

• Decorative and easy to shape plant, ideal for gardens, terraces, and indoor spaces

• Fast growth and good adaptability

• Can be grown in pots, window boxes, borders, or as a tropical accent

• Can be overwintered indoors and kept as a decorative perennial plant

🔔 Note: Being a plant grown for its foliage, some specimens may show small aesthetic imperfections (small spots or slightly affected edges) without this affecting the plant’s health. Leaf shades may vary slightly depending on light and soil.

Height with pot included approx. 35 cm