It has been almost a decade since the arrival of the Kong coleus, with its gigantic leaves and psychedelic array of colors, caused heads to turn. Now Kong Junior is the shade plant that’s ...

It has five years ago most of us first saw Kong Junior coleuses in trials across the country. We liked what we saw but knew we had to get our hands on it to see what it could really become. Now we ...

One key to success with Kong Junior or any coleus is to add organic matter to your soil. In heavy clay soil, organic matter will improve drainage and aeration, and allow better root development.

Among the lime varieties are Pineapple Queen, Salsa Verde and Wasabi. Variegated options include Dragon Heart, Lime Sprite, Golden Dreams, Water Melon and Chocolate Drop. Coleus Black Dragon.

The Kong Junior coleus is perfect for planting in the tropical-style garden as understory plants to tall bananas, gingers and elephant ears or a superbly colorful addition to the shade garden.

It has five years ago most of us first saw Kong Junior coleuses in trials across the country. ... This is a coleus you can truly design around. 62 ...