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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    October 21, 2014
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    If you don't have any sunny windows, you're going to need to provide supplemental lighting: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/fluorescent-lighting-for-indoor-gardening.htm
    With a little extra light, the coleus cuttings should come through the winter fine: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/overwintering-coleus.htm
    The biggest secret to keeping houseplants, after making sure they have enough light, is to not overwater them. You can get an electronic moisture meter in any plant store, which will tell you how much moisture is in the soil. For coleus, don't water until the meter reads "damp," then water until you get a little runoff from the drainage holes. Here's more information on taking care of houseplants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/basic-care-of-houseplants.htm

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    October 24, 2014
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    While coleus does appear on the ASPCA list (which appears to include most plants on the face of the earth,) it does not appear on other lists. I think the probability of coleus being dangerous for your dog is pretty small, unless the dog has an allergy. Much like people who have nut allergies, although nuts aren't listed as "poisonous" to people. This article seems to me to contain the best realistic information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plants-poisonous-to-dogs.htm

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    November 19, 2014
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    Coleus are damaged by temperatures under 50F. This is why they are considered annual plants anywhere north of the tropics. You can cover them, but because they are so inexpensive and plentiful, most people consider freeze protection for them just too much trouble. This article has more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/coleus-plant-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    April 15, 2015
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    I believe this to be a type of coleus, specifically "Japanese Giant". I found this photo of Japanese Giant and the leaves look very similar:

    http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/45/Solenostemon_scutellarioides_%28Coleus_x_hybridus%29_%27Japanese_Giant%27_Leaf_Cluster_3008px.jpg

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 15, 2015
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    Most likely a begonia then.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/begonia/begonia-leaves.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 15, 2015
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    I believe it to be a Coleus plant.
    There are many varieties and come in many colors.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/coleus-plant-care.htm

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    shelley on
    April 15, 2015
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    Without a photograph, this is difficult to identify. How healthy do the cuttings look otherwise - do they look wilty? Is your soil soggy - is it possible you are over-watering?

    My best theory is that it is mold, mildew or a fungus.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 19, 2015
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    A window box with partial shade should be perfect to grow coleus.
    Keep in mind they can grow quickly.
    I would visit your local garden center and choose varieties and colors that would appeal to you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/coleus-plant-care.htm

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    shelley on
    May 10, 2015
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    Coleus usually perform best in areas with partial shade, though many varieties can also tolerate sun.

    For more information on the care of coleus, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/coleus-plant-care.htm

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