| ARTICLE PREVIEW from Fine Gardening July/August 2005 (#104)
Choose from colorful trailing, medium-, or large-size plants to add pizzazz to beds and containers by Pam Baggett Since their introduction into American gardens in 1851, coleus plants have been an annual favorite of gardeners of all persuasions and skill levels. Celebrated for their colorful foliage, these plants are easy to grow and add wonderful visual interest to the garden. With all the new cultivars that have hit the market over the last 10 years or so, there are now more colors and forms to choose from than ever before. In this article, coleus enthusiast and nursery owner Pam Baggett will help us narrow down our shopping lists by recommending a few of her favorite coleus selections in three categories: trailing, medium-, and large-size plants. She also suggests planting companions and the best ways to use coleus in garden beds and containers.
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