Coleus / Painted nettle

Plant family

Mint family (Lamiaceae)

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

High

Plant distance

30 cm

Row spacing

30 cm

Seeding depth

0.1 cm

Instructions

Description

The species of plant Common nettle belongs to the family of Labiates (Lamiaceae). It grows herbaceous and grows up to 80 cm high. Blooms from June-October. Very sensitive to frost from about 7°C. Used as an indoor and ornamental plant. Annual. There are varieties with red, green, yellow or brown leaves.

Growing tips

Sow directly on the spot, cover with a thick layer of soil, press down and keep moist. Germination temperature: 18°C Germination time: 10 to 14 days. Not in full sun, away from the sun. Propagate by cuttings. To do this, cut off the shoot tips and place in a glass of water. Overwinter indoors. Do not plant deeper than under the 1st pair of leaves. Fertilize 1-2 times a week. Water well in summer, but avoid waterlogging. Wear gloves as some people are sensitive to the essential oils in the plant's leaves. Cut back old and bare shoots.