Plant family: Lamiaceae

Genus: Solenostemon

Species: scutellarioides

Cultivar: Rainvow blend

100 mg packet

Plant type: Annual

Colors: Light Blue, Blue, Violet

Bloom time: Late spring - early fall

Texture: Medium

Growth rate: Fast

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 12" - 36"

Light requirements: Full sun to Full shade

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, consistently moist soil with a ph of 5.5-7.5.

Care: Plant established plants 9" - 12" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Water deeply when soil begins to dry, don't allow soil to dry out - don't over water. Remove after first frost.

Pests and diseases: Slugs, Leaf spots.

Propagation: Sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost or direct sow into garden after last frost.Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/16". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.