Coleus Henna

Coleus Henna

Stunning colors and patterns for full sun and shade.
Versatile, premium varieties are very late to never flowering.
Low-maintenance, high-impact plants are perfect for large pot programs and landscaping.

General Information

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- Height: 14-28" (36-71cm)
  
  Spread: 14-16" (36-41cm)
  
  Exposure: Shade, Sun
Propagation Guide

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- Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
  
  Rooting Hormone: No
  
  Average Days with Mist: 4-6
  
  Pinch: No
  
  Average Propagation Time (weeks): 2-3
  
  Average propagation time for perennials includes 3-5 weeks to bulk-up the liner before beginning cold treatment when started in late Summer or early Autumn.
  
  Comments: Avoid stretch. Transplant on time. A B-Nine spray (1,500-2,000 ppm) 10-12 days after stick can help to reduce stem elongation.
Finishing

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- Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
  
  Light Levels (fc): 4,000-10,000
  
  Temperature Day: 74-85°F (23-29°C)
  
  Temperature Night: 59-70°F (15-21°C)
  
  Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225
  
  No. of Pinches: 0-2
  
  Plant Growth Regulators (S) = spray / (D) = drench: Is responsive to B-Nine(S) 2,500-3,500 ppm and Cycocel(S) 1,000-1,500 ppm tank mix or Sumagic(S) 5-10 ppm.
  
  Pests: Whitefly, aphids, thrips
  
  Diseases: None
  
  Comments: Pinch early to shape. Scout plants regularly for whitefly. Avoid crowding at all stages.
Crop Time (weeks)

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- 4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts : 1 ppp, 5-7 weeks
  
  6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 1-3 ppp, 6-8 weeks
  
  10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 8-11 weeks
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