Chocolate Covered Cherry Coleus, Premium Sun

Chocolate Covered Cherry is a Premium Sun coleus grown for a striking rose center, deep mahogany leaf field, and narrow green margin. Ball lists compact mounded, upright plants about 12–14 inches tall and 10–12 inches wide, suitable for planters and small gardens. ## Foliage and Placement Use this selection as a foliage accent in containers or garden beds. The breeder lists both sun and shade exposure and notes that its non-fading color pattern can perform in planters and small gardens. Coleus generally grows best in moist, rich, loose soil; full sun can cause wilting in some conditions, so provide afternoon shade where plants show heat or moisture stress. ## Growing Conditions Ball rates water needs as medium and notes that Premium Sun coleus tolerates full sun best in regions with higher humidity; foliage may scorch in full sun under low humidity. The exact leaf pattern and mature size are described on the [Ball Seed plant page](https://info.ballseed.com/PlantInfo/?phid=018006810029924). [North Carolina Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/coleus-scutellarioides/) provides general coleus culture guidance, including moist, rich soil and pinching for a bushier shape. ## Maintenance Pinch stem tips if a fuller, bushier plant is wanted. Remove flower spikes when they appear to keep the plant focused on foliage; [UF/IFAS](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/fp136) notes that coleus flowers are inconspicuous and that removing spikes encourages a fuller form.