Coleus - Solar Flare

Coleus - Solar Flare is an eye-catching annual plant known for its radiant, sun-loving foliage that blends golden yellow, orange, and red hues, making it an outstanding choice for brightening up gardens and outdoor containers. This variety of coleus is designed to thrive in sunny spots, offering gardeners a bold, low-maintenance solution for adding color and interest to landscape beds, planters, and window boxes. Solar Flare coleus grows vigorously, adapts well to a range of conditions, and maintains its intense coloration even in cooler climates. Its versatile foliage and minimal care requirements make it perfect for those seeking reliable, season-long garden impact with minimal effort.

Key Features

Showcases brilliant, sun-inspired foliage with striking yellow, orange, and red tones. Ideal as an annual for containers, garden beds, and accent plantings. Performs well in full sun to partial shade, adapting to various light conditions. Requires little maintenance and grows quickly, suiting busy gardeners. Provides dynamic color contrast in mixed plantings and standalone displays. Retains vivid coloration even in cooler climates throughout the growing season.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:

- Prefers full sun to partial shade; ensure at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for best color.

2. Watering:

- Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Keep soil consistently moist but avoid soggy conditions.

3. Soil Type:

- Thrives in well-draining, fertile soil; amend with compost if needed.

4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:

- Hardy to Zone 3b; shield from frost and extreme cold. Best growth between 15–25°C (59–77°F).

5. Fertilizer:

- Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

6. Pruning & Maintenance:

- Pinch stems regularly to encourage fullness and remove faded leaves for neat appearance.

7. Special Notes:

- Non-toxic to pets. Move indoors or provide frost protection as temperatures approach freezing.