Companion Planting with Coleus
Plectranthus scutellarioides
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Coleus plants are known for their colorful foliage and are often used as ornamental plants in gardens and containers. They can be easily combined with other plants to create beautiful displays. When selecting companion plants for coleus, consider the following options:
Shade-loving annuals and perennials:
Impatiens
Begonias
Lobelia
Fuchsia
Heuchera (Coral Bells)
Hostas
Ferns:
Maidenhair fern
Japanese painted fern
Autumn fern
Ornamental grasses (for light shade or partial sun):
Hakonechloa macra (Japanese Forest Grass)
Carex (Sedge)
Shade-loving or partial sun flowering plants:
Astilbe
Bleeding heart (Dicentra)
Hellebores
Hydrangeas (choose varieties that tolerate more shade)
Lamium (Dead Nettle)
Foliage plants with contrasting colors or textures:
Caladiums
Heucherella (Foamy Bells)
Liriope (Monkey Grass)
Ajuga (Bugleweed)
When planting coleus with companions, keep in mind their light requirements. Coleus can tolerate both shade and sun, depending on the variety, but most coleus plants prefer partial shade or bright, indirect light. Make sure to select companion plants with similar light and moisture requirements to ensure a thriving, cohesive display.
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