ColorBlaze El Brighto Coleus

ColorBlaze® El Brighto is an upright coleus with purple and red centers framed by yellow margins. Its tricolored foliage is the main feature, and the [Proven Winners cultivar page](https://www.provenwinners.com/p/8649) identifies it as an annual for sun or shade. ## Garden Use and Size The breeder lists a mature height of 24–40 inches and a spread of 18–36 inches. Use El Brighto as a thriller in large containers or as a bright specimen in the landscape; it also suits mass plantings. The page lists foliage colors as orange, red, and yellow, with an upright habit. ## Siting and Season El Brighto is listed for USDA zones 10–11 and is heat tolerant. The breeder lists average water and average soil fertility. In colder climates, grow it as a warm-season annual and protect it from frost. ## Maintenance The breeder describes maintenance as easy and says deadheading is not necessary. If flower spikes appear, pinch them off when you want to keep the display focused on foliage. Feed and water container plantings as needed through the growing season, and trim the plant if its shape becomes open or tired.