Coleus Canina

Coleus canina, also known as the “Scaredy Cat Plant”, is a fascinating ornamental plant often grown for its pungent scent that is said to deter cats, dogs, rabbits, and even deer.

🐾 Coleus canina – Quick Profile

• Common Name: Scaredy Cat Plant

• Botanical Name: Plectranthus caninus (formerly Coleus canina)

• Type: Tender perennial (often grown as an annual)

• Height/Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) tall and wide

• Foliage: Gray-green, soft, and slightly sticky; emits a strong musky odor when touched or brushed against

• Flowers: Small blue to lavender spikes, blooming in summer

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🌿 Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained soil

🌼 Uses & Features

• Animal Deterrent: The scent is unpleasant to some animals, especially cats and dogs, which is why it's often planted in problem areas like garden beds, near bird feeders, or along borders.

• Container Friendly: Great for pots, especially near doors or patios

Supplied in a 1 litre pot