Coleus 'Tricolor' - urzicuta cu frunzis tricolor spectaculos

Solenostemon scutellarioides ‘Talavera Pink Tricolor’ (also known as coleus tricolor) is a spectacular variety of coleus, noted for its brightly colored foliage with scalloped edges and velvety texture. The large, oval or slightly lobed leaves are densely arranged, forming a compact and highly decorative bush.

It is an excellent choice for decorating gardens, terraces, balconies, or as an indoor plant in colorful pots. The contrast between the colors and the shape of the leaves makes this plant a focal point in any space.

🌿 General characteristics:

• Full name: Solenostemon scutellarioides ‘Talavera Pink Tricolor’

• Synonyms / common names: Coleus, decorative nettle

• Family: Lamiaceae

• Plant type: herbaceous decorative foliage

• Habit: bushy, branched, fast growing

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: strong indirect light or partial shade; color fades in dense shade

• Temperature: optimal between 18–28°C; does not tolerate below 10°C

• Watering: regular – keep substrate slightly moist

• Soil: well-drained – universal substrate with added perlite or peat

• Fertilization: every 2–3 weeks in the warm season, with balanced fertilizer

✔️ Advantages:

• Intensely colored foliage and decorative shape

• Fast growth and easy to shape by pruning

• Suitable for gardens, pots, planters, or floral arrangements

• Can also be grown indoors in well-lit spaces

• Adapts well to urban conditions

🔔 Note: Leaves may show slight color variations depending on light and temperature. Some specimens may have slightly dry edges or minor aesthetic defects, without affecting the plant's health.

Height with pot included approx. 25 cm