Coleus comes in three forms: upright, rounded and trailing. They range in height from 6 inches to 3.5 feet and grow 1 to 3 feet wide.

How long do coleus plants live for?

While the lifespan of an average coleus plant is one year, you can prolong its life by pruning. Watch out for any small flower buds and prune it before the flower buds bloom. This is because once the plant starts producing flowers and seeds it will soon die.

How much space does a coleus need?

Propagation: Coleus are easy to grow from cuttings. Wait to put plants outdoors until spring nights remain above 50°F. I give midsize plants and trailing types 18 inches of space. Larger coleus get 2 feet if I can spare it; if not, I confine them to the available area with judicious pruning.