Indian Borage Live Plant (Coleus amboinicus) - 1'-2' Starter Plant, Aromatic Succulent

About This Plant

Indian Borage (Coleus amboinicus) is a hardy tropical herb with fragrant, fuzzy leaves and a spreading habit. Commonly used for culinary and medicinal purposes, it features oregano-like aroma and small pale blue to lavender tubular flowers. This starter plant typically grows 1'-2' tall and can be grown indoors or outdoors in suitable conditions.

What You Will Receive

A live Indian Borage starter plant (Coleus amboinicus) described as 1'-2' tall with aromatic, succulent-like foliage. Intended for indoor growth or outdoor gardens, with a bushy, spreading habit as it matures.

Growing Information

USDA zones: 9-11 outdoors; suitable for indoor growth in colder zones. Light: full sun to bright indirect light indoors. Soil: well-draining sandy or loamy soils. Water: moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings. Fertilizer: monthly during spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning promotes bushier growth. Propagation: easy via stem cuttings. Common uses: culinary and medicinal applications; pest resistance noted, with occasional aphids or mites manageable with neem oil. Winter indoors recommended in cold climates.

Live Plant Notice

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