Add dramatic color and texture to your garden with Black Coleus seeds, a striking perennial known for its dark, velvety foliage and vibrant growth. These heirloom, GMO-free seeds are perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers, providing low-maintenance, eye-catching beauty throughout the growing season.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial foliage plant
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Leaf Color: Deep black/dark purple with vibrant patterns
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Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 inches)
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Blooming Season: Summer to early autumn (primarily grown for foliage)
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Seed Type: Heirloom, non-GMO
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Sun Requirement: Partial shade to bright indirect sunlight
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Soil Preference: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance, ornamental foliage
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: No pre-soaking required; seeds can be sown directly.
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Sowing Time: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.
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Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the surface; press gently into the soil.
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) apart for optimal growth.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination: Seeds typically sprout in 7–14 days under ideal conditions.
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Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors when strong enough and frost risk has passed.