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Alabama Sunset Coleus Plant

9.99
  • - Painted Nettle
  • - Height: 2-3 feet
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Part Sun
  • - Bloom Time: Late Summer
  • - Each Quart Pot contains 1 Alabama Sunset Coleus Plant
Plant Features

Alabama Sunset Coleus provides a vibrant mix of red, orange and chartreuse, just like an Alabama sunset! This sun tolerant coleus will intensify in color with more sun. Perfect for containers, try adding some Ipomoea or zinnia for a stunning mix. Alabama Sunset Coleus grows best in part sun to shade locations in moist, well-drained soil.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring after the last frost date
  • - Space plants 12-18 inches apart, depending on the variety
  • - Coleus can be grown in containers, borders, or as bedding plants

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
  • - Use well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
  • - Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil structure and fertility

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water when the top inch of soil feels dry
  • - Avoid overhead watering to prevent leaf spotting
  • - Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season
  • - For container plants, use a half-strength fertilizer solution every 1-2 weeks

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch back growing tips regularly to encourage bushiness
  • - Remove flower spikes as they appear to promote foliage growth
  • - Trim leggy growth to maintain shape and size

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like mealybugs, whiteflies, and spider mites
  • - Monitor for diseases such as root rot and downy mildew, especially in humid conditions

Foliage Indicators:

  • - Prized for its vibrant, colorful foliage rather than flowers

Light Requirements:

  • - Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates
  • - Leaf color is often more vibrant in brighter light conditions

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Can tolerate brief periods of higher temperatures with adequate moisture
  • - Protect from cold temperatures; damage can occur below 40°F

Companion Plants for Coleus:

  • - Caladium: Offers large, colorful foliage that complements Coleus' diverse leaf patterns
  • - Impatiens: Provides colorful flowers in shaded areas where Coleus thrives
  • - Begonias: Offers both attractive foliage and flowers to pair with Coleus
  • - Ferns: Add textural contrast to Coleus' bold foliage
  • - Hostas: Provide large leaves with varying colors and patterns to complement Coleus in shade gardens
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Tall
Mature Spread 2-3 feet
Habit Upright
Foliage Color Multicolored
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden, Cottage Garden, Therapeutic Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Focal Point, Texture
Pet Friendly No
Plant Type Hybrid
Critter Resistance Deer Resistance: Low

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Gorgeous

I bought 4 of these because they are beautiful and coleus thrives in my mainly shaded garden. I have purchased Cole's from Grow Joy before and the plants, which arrive in 3" containers become HUGE!! It's a great investment.

From JoAnn | May 08, 2024


Beautiful

I was rather hesitant to order coleus online, since they are a rather delicate plant, but it arrived healthy & undamaged & is now growing beautifully in my garden.

From Anne | August 05, 2023


Arrived in perfect condition!

I am really excited to see this plant in maturity. As I am from Alabama (live in Ohio), I bought several for friends who haven't the chance to view Alabama sunsets. All arrived in perfect packaging and mine is looking wonderful after 3 weeks.

From Ann | June 04, 2023


Healthy Plants

I've purchased from GrowJoy for the last several years and have never been disappointed. Always receive large, healthy, well packaged plants.

From Lori | June 02, 2023


Growing fast

I usually order several different types of coleus from Grow Joy each season. I haven’t been able to get the Alabama Sunset before as it was sold out. This year I was able to get a few and they look great. Colors are attention getting. They’ve gotten so big. Deer leave them alone.

From Carol | July 16, 2022


Beautiful

Love the variety of Coleus I can purchase from Growjoy. They all perform well with ease!

From Debra | July 01, 2022


Coleus

All of the Coleus I ordered and received were absolutely gorgeous! So excited to see these plants grow!

From Jill | April 03, 2022


Colorful variety

This coleus really took off when I put it more in the shade. The colors became much more vibrant and at Christmas time from a distance, it was a beautiful burgundy. Now light a green is showing up in the new growth. I have a lovely photo to share if I can figure out how.

From Jill | April 02, 2022


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