Coleus - Kong Mosaic
The Coleus Kong Mosaic, 'Coleus hybrid', has bright green leaves with splashes of red and cream. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized container gardening. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow however they are tender annuals. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. Coleus must have good soil drainage. This plant can also be a perennial in warmer zones. ... additional information
Fuchsia - European Uprights™ Leineperle The Fuchsia "European Uprights™ Leineperle (String of Pearls)', 'Fuchsia hybrid', is a heat tolerant hybrid. Talk about tough, European gardeners actually grow these varieties in full sun. Along with outstanding heat tolerance, they also feature upright growth habits, lovely single flowers, and fantastic colors. Besides patio planters and mixed container gardens, our European Uprights do extremely well in beds and borders. This Proven Selections plant blooms all summer long. The flowers, which are produced during the summer and early fall, are droopy and come in many colors. Fuchsias do not like to dry out. Keep the soil moist to the touch from spring through autumn. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial.
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