Plant Care River Walk Coleus

River Walk Coleus

Taxonomy

Coleus scutellarioides 'River Walk'
Coleus
Lamiaceae
Lamiales

How to care for River Walk Coleus

💦 Water

How often to water your River Walk Coleus

Water needs for River Walk Coleus
0.5 cups
every 9

River Walk Coleus needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of River Walk Coleus

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for River Walk Coleus in your home

Light needs and placement for plant River Walk Coleus: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

River Walk Coleus may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of River Walk Coleus in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize River Walk Coleus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for River Walk Coleus: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your River Walk Coleus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

River Walk Coleus prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

River Walk Coleus Water Frequency →

River Walk Coleus Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

River Walk Coleus may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

River Walk Coleus Light Requirements →

River Walk Coleus Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

River Walk Coleus doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

River Walk Coleus Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

River Walk Coleus does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for River Walk Coleus →

When and How to Successfully Repot River Walk Coleus →


💩 Fertilizer

River Walk Coleus should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize River Walk Coleus →


🌎 Native Region

River Walk Coleus is native to Old World Tropics and Subtropics.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for River Walk Coleus

River Walk Coleus

River Walk Coleus


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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