

Coleus scutellarioides Le Freak - Painted nettle


Coleus scutellarioides Le Freak - Painted nettle
Coleus scutellarioides Le Freak - Painted nettle
Coleus scutellarioides Le Freak
Painted nettle
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The Coleus 'Le Freak' (Plectranthus scutellarioides) boasts a particularly decorative foliage and is is easy to grow indoors. Its richly deep red and lime green coloured leaves add a beautiful splash of colour that contrasts with many green plants commonly found in homes. Easy to care for, the coleus thrives in bright light without direct sunlight and requires regular watering to keep its substrate moist. It will make a striking statement in your living room or conservatory.
The Coleus scutellarioides 'Le Freak' belongs to the Lamiaceae family. This cultivar was developed by the grower Dümmen Orange (Netherlands) as part of the 'Main Street' series. This tender perennial is often grown as an annual in borders or even indoors. It has a bushy and compact habit, reaching a height of 30 to 50 cm with a similar spread. Its quadrangular, semi-succulent stems bear elongated, finely serrated leaves displaying shades of burgundy to deep purple edged with a zesty green that verges on yellow. The velvety texture of its foliage adds a tactile dimension to its visual appeal. Though rare indoors, flowering produces small tubular flowers in pale blue to lilac, clustered in terminal inflorescences. The name 'Le Freak' likely references the unique and exuberant appearance of its foliage, which boasts a bold and unconventional aesthetic.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia, the wild Coleus scutellarioides species also known by the synonyms Plectranthus scutellarioides, Solenostemon scutellarioides, and Coleus blumei, thrives in humid and shaded environments. Indoors, it prefers bright, indirect light, moderate to high ambient humidity, and an ideal temperature between 15 and 25°C. A rich, well-draining substrate is recommended, with regular watering to keep the soil slightly moist, especially during the growth period. Regularly pinching out the stem tips will encourages denser, more compact growth.
Warning - The coleus contains compounds that can be toxic if ingested.
The Coleus 'Le Freak' is a true decorative asset for brightening up a living room, conservatory, or even a modern kitchen. With its vibrant foliage, it fits perfectly into baroque, tropical, or contemporary styles. Place it in a stylish textured ceramic or rattan planter to highlight its personality. This plant loves indirect light, so position it near an east- or west-facing window, away from direct sunlight. It looks stunning on a shelf, console table, or even in a hanging basket where it can be admired. Pair 'Le Freak' with other cultivars featuring contrasting foliage, such as the Coleus 'Copinto Margarita' with its bright green leaves, or the Coleus 'Flame Thrower Salsa Roja' which showcases stunning deep red tones.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).

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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.