{"product_id":"painted-nettle-coleus-city-of-sunderland-welsh-grown","title":"Coleus 'City of Sunderland' - Welsh Grown","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vibrant foliage plant prized for its bold, multicoloured leaves, Coleus ‘City of Sunderland’ features rich burgundy-red centres surrounded by bright lime-green margins, creating a striking contrast that brightens any indoor space or summer container display. Easy to grow and quick to fill out, it’s a fantastic choice for adding long-lasting colour without relying on flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColeus ‘City of Sunderland’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColeus, Painted Nettle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA cultivated hybrid developed from tropical Coleus species native to Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. A little gentle morning or late afternoon sun helps maintain the richest foliage colour, while strong midday sun can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eKeep the compost evenly moist, allowing the top 2–3cm to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid letting the plant dry out completely, as this can cause wilting and leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEnjoys average to high humidity but grows well in most homes. Higher humidity will encourage larger, lusher foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives between 18–27°C. Protect from temperatures below 10°C and keep away from cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a fertile, free-draining peat-free houseplant compost. Mixing in a little perlite will improve drainage while helping retain consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser. Reduce feeding during autumn and winter as growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA vigorous, bushy plant that typically reaches 30–60cm tall and wide indoors. Regular pinching encourages a fuller, more compact habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduces small spikes of pale blue to lavender flowers. These are usually removed to encourage the plant to direct its energy into producing colourful foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eToxic to cats, dogs and horses if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch out the growing tips regularly to encourage dense, bushy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove flower spikes as they appear to maintain the best foliage display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the pot every few weeks for even growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagates easily from stem cuttings placed in water or compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown outdoors during the summer in a sheltered spot after all risk of frost has passed, but bring it indoors before temperatures begin to cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10cm","offer_id":44048409559293,"sku":"9270805012961","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/painted-nettle-coleus-city-of-sunderland-welsh-grown-596122.jpg?v=1692261470","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/painted-nettle-coleus-city-of-sunderland-welsh-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}