Coleus 'Religious Radish': Sun-or-Shade Adaptable with Reddish-Pink and Burgundy Leaves

Coleus 'Religious Radish' (Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Religious Radish') is an adaptable cultivar that grows in sun or shade. Its large, pointed leaves display reddish-pink and burgundy-black coloring. Reaching 1–3 feet tall and wide, it's ideal for containers or bedding. Pinch young plants for bushiness; remove flowering stems to emphasize foliage.

Growing Conditions

Provide sun or shade and moist but well-drained soil. Wait until spring nights remain above 50°F to plant outdoors. Propagate from cuttings. Generally trouble-free outdoors; watch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites on overwintered plants indoors.

Key Features at a Glance

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumping, Moderate
• Light: Full Sun to Part Shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Characteristics: Showy Foliage
• Bloom Time: Late Summer, Summer
• Flower Color: Blue
• Foliage Color: Colorful/Burgundy
• Uses: Beds, Borders, Containers, Annual, Formal Garden
• Type: Perennials (grown as annual)