Coleus 'Skeletal'

Half-hardy Annual

FROM £14.99

Incredible fish-bone leaves!

Dramatic foliage plant for indoors or out

Easy to grow in sun or shade

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5 Jumbo Plug Plants

£14.99

10 Jumbo Plug Plants

~~£29.98~~ £22.99 Save £6.99

20 Jumbo Plug Plants

~~£59.96~~ £29.99 Save £29.97

Please note: This product cannot be delivered outside the United Kingdom.

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An extraordinary addition to the Coleus family, Coleus ‘Skeletal’ features ‘fish-bone’ fronds in a velveteen deep magenta, the edges dipped in luminous lime so that the distinctive silhouette of each leaf is brought into bold relief. New growth appears solid green before unfurling to reveal its head-turning colours. Coleus ‘Skeletal’ is sure to add a magic touch to your exotic arrangements, making a sensational statement in containers on the patio, at the front of borders or as a house or conservatory plant. Plants are strongly-branching and compact and the weather-proof foliage maintains its rich colours all season, thriving in both sun and shade. Despite its other-worldly appearance, Coleus ‘Skeletal’ is a tender, tropical perennial that is an absolute cinch to grow as annual bedding. Height and spread: 30-35cm (12 -14in).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 25cm (10in)
Spread Up to 25cm (10in)

Hardiness & Longevity Half-hardy Annual

Position In full sunsun or semi shade

Flowering Months Harvest Months Potting On Months Planting Out Months

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Codes
10 Jumbo Plug Plants (KH2035)
20 Jumbo Plug Plants (KH2036)
5 Jumbo Plug Plants (KH2034)

Pot up Coleus plug plants and grow them on in warm frost-free conditions for transplanting later on. Pinch out the growing tip of each stem to encourage branching and form a bushier plant. When all risk of frost has passed, gradually acclimatise painted nettle plants to outdoor conditions over a period of 7 to 10 days, before transplanting them outdoors into beds, borders and containers. Plant Coleus plants in fertile, moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or semi-shaded position. Solenostemon can also be grown as houseplants, situated on a warm, bright window sill or in a conservatory or heated greenhouse.

Feed and water Coleus plants regularly, particularly during hot, dry periods. Remove any developing flower spikes as they will weaken the plant and cause poor quality foliage. Coleus houseplants should be given full light and a warm position in the winter months. Reduce watering and keep the compost just moist to prevent rotting and fungal diseases developing. Pinch back Solenostemon plants in the spring as growth resumes.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

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Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.