Add vibrant foliage and attract pollinators with Coleus flower seeds, known for their colorful, patterned leaves and easy-to-grow nature. These heirloom seeds are perfect for garden beds, containers, and shaded borders, offering long-lasting beauty while supporting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual or perennial foliage plant (depending on climate)
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Bloom Color: Small flowers, primarily purple or white; main attraction is the foliage
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
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Height: 12 – 36 inches (variety dependent)
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Light Requirement: Partial shade to full shade
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Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Garden Use: Borders, containers, shaded areas, and pollinator-friendly gardens
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Seed Type: Open-pollinated, heirloom, non-GMO
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Special Traits: Pollinator-friendly, vibrant foliage, low-maintenance
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Sow indoors 6 – 8 weeks before the last frost or outdoors after frost risk has passed.
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Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/16 – 1/8 inch of soil.
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Spacing: Space seedlings 10 – 12 inches apart for healthy growth.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; water moderately once seedlings are established.
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Germination Period: 10 – 21 days under optimal conditions.
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Maintenance: Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier growth; remove spent flowers to maintain foliage appearance.