Plectranthus

Fun Fact Synonymous names include Coleus blumei and Solenostemon scutellarioides and are former names for this plant. Flowering: Foliage interest; small flower spikes in various heights with tiny white to lavender flowers may appear, though this plant...

If it does flower, it is usually later in the season. Bring inside for the winter when nighttime temperatures drop below about 45°F. To encourage a bushier, lusher looking plant, do not allow flower spikes to develop—simply pinch back below the flowering...

Containerized plants may need more. What You'll Grow Plant: Trailing cherry-rose and burgundy centers are surrounded by bright grassy green scalloped edges. Flowering: Foliage interest; small flower spikes in various heights with tiny white to lavender...

Pinch back regularly to encourage a more bushy form. Containerized plants may need more. To encourage a bushier, lusher looking plant, do not allow flower spikes to develop—simply pinch back below the flowering portion.

Fun Fact The genus name Plectranthus is derived from two Greek words: plectron, meaning spur, and anthos, which means flower. If it does flower, it is usually later in the season. Seeds: If flower spikes develop and mature, the tiny flowers will turn...

Known as Silver Spurflower, Plectranthus argentatus is a vigorous and stress-tolerant plant that demands little for the beauty it generously offers. Features : Plectranthus (Plectranthus Argentatus Silver Shield)-For some added drama to beds and borders,...

Soil pH: Tolerates most soil pH levels. In summer the textured leaves have a seersucker effect, adding additional interest to the low mounded and trailing habit. Flowering: Foliage interest; small flower spikes in various heights with tiny white to lavender...

Flowering: Foliage interest; small flower spikes in various heights with tiny white to lavender flowers may appear, though this plant is grown for its foliage. Bring inside for the winter when nighttime temperatures drop below about 45°F.

Pinch back regularly to encourage a more bushy form. Soil pH: Tolerates most soil pH levels. To encourage a bushier, lusher looking plant, do not allow flower spikes to develop—simply pinch back below the flowering portion.

(Plectranthus; Spurflower)

As a vining plant, it makes an attractive hanging basket with its shiny green leaves with scalloped edges. This easy-to-grow plant produces abundant lush green foliage with delicate white blooms, and Swedish ivy creates atmosphere and brings a bit of...

Keep reading!Blue spurflowers are fast-growing, shrubby plants that reach mature heights of 6 to 8 feet. If you notice pests on your blue spurflower plant, insecticidal soap spray usually takes care of the problem.

Potted plants can be overwintered indoors as houseplants; be sure to bring them in before temperatures drop below 45°F, and place near a sunny, warm window. Place in full sun to partial shade in soil that is rich and moist, yet well-drained.

A Park Seed Exclusive! So big, bright, and bold it could only be a Whopper, this annual Salvia takes the world by storm from the moment you sow the seed. An absolutely tireless bloomer, it's just as heat- and drought-tolerant as other Salvias.

Tilling in annual beds in autumn can help destroy budworm pupae trying to overwinter, thus decreasing populations the following year. Plants can also be simply hosed down regularly when outside.

Diseases & Pests: Regular misting with a spray bottle will help to prevent troubles with aphids. If necessary, treat with an organically-friendly insecticide, but not one that is broad-spectrum, as this will negatively affect beneficial insects which...

Soil pH: Acidic to slightly alkaline. Keep at 65-70°F and provide light. An organic, all-purpose water-soluble fertilizer is adequate. Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable in classification.

Plants can also be simply hosed down regularly when outside. If saving, collect before capsules split open and spill the seeds onto the ground. Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable...

Soil pH: Acidic to slightly alkaline. Keep at 65-70°F and provide light. An organic, all-purpose water-soluble fertilizer is adequate. Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable in classification.

Starting Outdoors: Direct sow after last springtime frost in zones 8+. If saving, collect before capsules split open and spill the seeds onto the ground. Tobacco budworm may appear later in the summer.

Plants can also be simply hosed down regularly when outside. If saving, collect before capsules split open and spill the seeds onto the ground. Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable...

Try to hand pick them at dusk when they come out to feed. If saving, collect before capsules split open and spill the seeds onto the ground. Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable in...

Keep at 65-75°F and provide light. May not come true to type. Tobacco budworm may appear later in the summer. Deadhead regularly. Cover with plastic to retain moisture until germination occurs.

Fun Fact The word Petunia stems from the Guarani word pety, referring to tobacco, to which it is comparable in classification. Tolerates drought. Deadhead regularly. This can be done year-round.

Cover with plastic to retain moisture until germination occurs. May not come true to type. Tobacco budworm may appear later in the summer. Deadhead regularly. Sprout Time: 5-14 days Starting Indoors: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost.

Petunias have long been a mainstay of window boxes and flower borders. Simply sow everything in the packet across a row of your seed starting tray, and then transplant the little seedlings once they have at least four leaves.See my "Seed Starting 101"...

Exercise caution when watering to avoid common fungal problems. Don't confuse this attractive plant for the invasive groundcover weed of the same name.Keep stems trimmed back to discourage a haggard appearance on a creeping Charlie.Creeping Charlie adapts...