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Coleus
Solenostemon hybrids
Colourful coleus are among those old-fashioned plantswhich have been rediscovered and given a "makeover', with many named cultivars now available in the United States. Many of these have improved characteristics compared to the common types of older gardens. Some named lines are on sale here in Australia and hopefully more will come onto the market in the future.
Coleus are very useful for providing quick, easy, and prolonged colour in formal and informal gardens, including the modern Balinese-influenced garden style currently popular.
This group is no longer classified in the genus Coleus, being moved into Solenostemon, but is still commonly known as Coleus.
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Where to buy Coleus in Qld
(May include online retailers and mail order suppliers.)
Colourful coleus is available from most garden centres. Look in the seedling section for mixed coleus in punnets. Many also stock larger plants for instant colour.
Named cultivars are sometimes available. More superior new selections are likely to make their way onto the Australian market in the years to come, so keep an eye out.
Any nursery that regularly offers named varieties of coleus for sale in Qld (including mail order and online suppliers) may like to consider advertising on this page (More information about advertising).
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More Links
The following are for general information, research and ideas - some species or cultivars referred to in links may be unavailable in Australia or unsuitable for Queensland conditions
The following links are for general information, research and ideas. Some species or cultivars may be unavailable in Australia
Coleus Finder This fantastic site lists hundreds of named cultivars, many with pictures, plus other information about the development of the Coleus as a cultivated plant.
Coleus at Lester Kallus' website. Information and pictures of a variety of named Coleus cultivars
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