Description for Coleus Coerulescens Plant height: 2 - 5 inches Plant spread: 2 - 4 inches Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerates wide range of soils except heavy, poorly drained ones. Prefers rich, moist soils with light to moderate shade. Common name(s): Blue spur flower, false boldo, Flower colours: Blue/white, pink/white, red/white Bloom time: April to May Max reachable height: 2 to 2.50 feet Difficulty to grow: Easy to grow Planting and care Coleus has long been considered a shade plant but the best leaf color is achieved with morning sun and some degree of afternoon shade. Many varieties do well in both shade and part-sun. Some can take quite a bit of sun as long as they are not allowed to dry out. Sunlight: Full sun to part shade