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How often should we fertilize coleus with Miracle Grow! We have them in large pots about 4-6 inches in the ground and live in Central FL.
In general, coleus do well with an application of fertilizer every three or four weeks. This plant does not need a strong application or a frequent application of fertilizer - be sure the plant is well watered BEFORE fertilizer is applied: never fertilize a thirsty plant.
Pinch off flowers that form on Coleus, and take cuttings anytime if you want more plants.
all the best,
C.L.
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C.L. Fornari
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Annuals suggested for specific situations (sun, shade, windowboxes etc) New or unusual annuals are a particular interest of mine, and I grow many of these from seed. I am happy to help problem solve, answer questions about maintenance, and guide you to sources of unusual plants.
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I am a garden writer/speaker/consultant and host of a weekly gardening radio program in the Northeast. I have been gardening all my life for my own pleasure, and started as a professional gardener and garden communicator 15 years ago. I work part-time at a garden center, selling and tending shrubs/trees/annuals/perennials...and doing some propagation and design work. I often think that all these professional activities serve to put a somewhat legitimate framework around a serious case of plant-lust.
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