Coleus Scutellarioides ‘Daintree’ (Coleus)
Coleus Scutellarioides ‘Daintree’ (Coleus)
Couldn't load pickup availability
Coleus Scutellarioides ‘Daintree’ is a colourful foliage plant valued for its bold, patterned leaves and compact, decorative growth. Its vibrant tones make it an excellent choice for brightening shaded garden beds, borders, patios, and container displays, adding instant colour without relying on flowers.
This variety is ideal for customers wanting a low-maintenance feature plant with strong visual impact. Coleus performs well in pots or garden beds with well-drained soil and part shade to filtered sun, making it a versatile choice for sheltered outdoor areas or bright indoor positions. The accepted botanical name is Coleus scutellarioides, while Solenostemon scutellarioides is an older synonym still commonly used in trade.

Collapsible content
Mature height
40–60cm
Mature width
40–60cm
Spacing
40–50cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen perennial in warm climates
Foliage
Variegated foliage in shades of green, burgundy, red, pink, cream, or yellow depending on plant variation
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Grown mainly for foliage
Sun tolerance
Part shade to filtered sun
Maintenance
Low to moderate
Root System
Fine, fibrous, non-invasive root system suitable for pots, borders, and garden beds