Colorblaze "Newly Noir"
Solenostemon scutellarioides 'ColorBlaze Newly Noir'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-24 inches |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Root ball flush with ground |
| Mature size | 24-40 inches tall, 18-36 inches wide |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 1 year |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, moist, well-draining loamy soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Zones | 10-11 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Annual |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Deep purple-black, velvety dark maroon |
| Bloom | Blue to white spikes (insignificant) |
| 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, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Begonia, Caladium, Impatiens, Sweet Potato Vine |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Thrives in rich, consistently moist, well-draining soil. Provide consistent moisture.
Maintenance
Pinch back growing tips early in the season to encourage branching and a bushier form. Pinch off flower spikes to preserve foliage energy.
Cleanup
Remove entire plant after first hard freeze in fall
Notes
Grown almost exclusively for its dramatic nearly black foliage. High heat and humidity tolerance.