Colorblaze "Royal Pineapple Brandy"
Coleus scutellarioides 'Royal Pineapple Brandy'
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 12-16 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 1 year |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2023 / 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Moist, well-draining, organically rich |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 10-11 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Annual |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Yellow, Chartreuse, Bronze |
| Bloom | Blue, Pale Purple |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, seed |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Sweet Potato Vine, Begonia, Impatiens |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Pinch off flowers to maintain foliage growth and shape. Water consistently but do not overwater.
Maintenance
Pinch stem tips to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess.
Cleanup
Remove after first frost. Can be overwintered indoors.
Notes
Grown primarily for vibrant foliage. The Colorblaze series is bred to be late to flower.