Troubleshooting
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' problems — and how to fix them
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' (Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Sun scorch
The Kong series burns and bleaches in direct sun. Site it in shade to part shade and acclimatise gradually if moving to brighter light.
Wilting from drying out
Large thin leaves collapse quickly when the soil dries. Keep evenly moist and mulch; they usually rebound after a thorough watering.
Flowering and legginess
Blue flower spikes drain energy from foliage and cause stretch. Pinch out spikes and growing tips regularly to keep the plant compact and leafy.
Cold and wind damage
Temperatures below about 10°C and exposed sites blacken and stunt the foliage. Shelter from wind and bring in or replace after first frost.
Prevent plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' problems before they start
Most plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common painted nettle problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' watering schedule
- Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' light requirements
- Best soil mix for plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose'
- Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' temperature & humidity
- Full plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' care guide
Looking for plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' in general rather than its problems? Read the full plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Kong Rose' problems — FAQ
Why is my plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' sun scorch?
The Kong series burns and bleaches in direct sun. Site it in shade to part shade and acclimatise gradually if moving to brighter light.
Why is my plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' wilting from drying out?
Large thin leaves collapse quickly when the soil dries. Keep evenly moist and mulch; they usually rebound after a thorough watering.
Why is my plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' flowering and legginess?
Blue flower spikes drain energy from foliage and cause stretch. Pinch out spikes and growing tips regularly to keep the plant compact and leafy.
Why is my plectranthus scutellarioides 'kong rose' cold and wind damage?
Temperatures below about 10°C and exposed sites blacken and stunt the foliage. Shelter from wind and bring in or replace after first frost.