Colorblaze 'Ridiculous'
Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Rediculous'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-24 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 1 year (annual) |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining, moist potting or garden soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 10-11 (annual in zones 1-9) |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Annual |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Vivid red with bright yellow margins |
| Bloom | Pale blue to lavender (insignificant; pinch off) |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem tip cuttings or seed |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Impatiens, Caladium, Begonia |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Pinch off flower spikes as they appear to maintain foliage quality and bushy habit. Water consistently.
Maintenance
Pinch stems regularly to encourage branching. Feed with balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.
Cleanup
Annual; discard or take cuttings before first frost. No overwintering in ground.
Notes
Highly vigorous selection with bold red and yellow foliage. Grows large quickly. Heat tolerant.