Coleus Plant. They need to be kept moist, especially newly planted coleus. The premium sun series of coleus will tolerate full sun in many areas, prefers part shade in the low humidity climates common to the western united states.
Water to keep the soil slightly moist and keep humidity levels high. Coleus is in the same family as mint and deadnettle, some species very closely resembling the latter. What was once a staple of victorian gardens long ago, this unique plant now finds itself fitting being used in all types of garden settings.
