- Light Requirement is Full Sun to Full Shade
- Height 18-30 Inches
- Width 12-20 Inches
- Use as a filler when using in containers
- Add great color no matter the sunlight conditions!
Although coleus is a commonly used foliage plant in containers and landscapes, Splish Splash Coleus is a unique color variant of coleus that you are going to want to include in your garden. Bold red splashes of color on chartreuse green leaves adorn this warm season annual and provide spring and summer interest in your full shade or full sun location. Want to keep this unique color going year round? Bring healthy plants indoors for the winter before frost and provide them with high light and humidity to expand your enjoyment of this plant year round.
A tender perennial, native to SouthEast Asia, Africa and Australia, Zones 10a to 11b where summers are long and hot, coleus is a warm season annual in Zones 2-9. It is heat tolerant and keeps its brilliant color patterns regardless of whether it is in full sun or shade, making this truly the most versatile foliage plant for your spring to summer garden. Grown primarily for its foliage, coleus will bloom, sporting a rather unremarkable flower that should be removed to allow the plant to focus on its best feature, its leaves.
Splish Splash® Coleus Care
Set new plants out after the danger of the last frost has passed, and water on a regular schedule when it is dry or if it is in a container. Using a half strength water soluble fertilizer will keep this plant looking its best. It tolerates the heat, but enjoys some shade in the hottest of climates. Soil pH preferred is mildly acidic to neutral at 6.0 to 6.5. Thrips, aphids and whiteflies are a potential problem as well as downy mildew. Using a systemic insecticide and providing good air circulation will help prevent any issues.
Deadheading is needed for any flowers that appear as they will cause the plant to go to seed and die. Pinching back the foliage will encourage branching and keep the plant from looking lank or leggy. Regular pruning of this upright annual can help control growth and maintain a compact appearance. This plant makes a wonderful houseplant, but use caution when it is around pets as it can be toxic if eaten.
Splish Splash® Coleus Spacing
Space plants 12 to 20 inches apart to allow good air circulation to discourage plant disease and insect infestation. Splish Splash Coleus will grow 30 inches tall and spread up to 20 inches wide so give it some room to grow. Due to its size, pair it with low growing sun or shade loving annuals for an outstanding display in your cottage or container garden. As a member of the mint family, you will find this an easy care annual for your garden or containers.
Splish Splash® Coleus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Red |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 18-30 Inches |
| Spread: 12-20 Inches |
| Spacing: 12-20 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Attracts: Birds, Hummingbirds |
| Resists: Deer |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Use Types: Container, Houseplant, Landscape |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary, Pollinator Attractor |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Splish Splash®' |
| Common Name: Splish Splash® Coleus |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- COLSSP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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