Lantana’s bright yellow flowers add a summery glow to this tropical planting combination, while the impatiens adds a fiery burst, contrasting with the dark-leaved foliage of the coleus. The effect is one of guaranteed sunshine, whatever the weather.
You will need
- Coleus ‘Deep Purple’
- Impatiens ‘New Guinea’
- Lantana ‘Pure Gold’
- Large pot
- Crocks
- Compost
- Gloves
Total time:
Step 1
Find a sun-soaked spot for this tropical container and get out your gardening gloves, as lantana can irritate sensitive skin. Add crocks to the bottom of the pot fill two-thirds full with compost.
Step 2
Add slow-release fertiliser granules to the surface of the compost, and mix them in with your hands.
Step 3
Gently tease the plants out of their pots and pop them in the pot.
Step 4
Full any gaps with compost and press down with your hands, to fill in any air pockets.
Step 5
Water the container well and allow to drain, before moving it to its final position.
Kevin Smith says…
Remove any coleus flowers as they appear – they’re likely to be pale purple and will ruin the overall look of the display. Flowering will also mean the performance of the coleus foliage will decline.
