Hosta Coleus Flower Seeds for Planting – Compact Growth, Heirloom & GMO Free Seeds for Home Garden
Add vibrant foliage and compact beauty to your garden with Hosta Coleus. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds produce colorful leaves in shades of green, purple, and variegated patterns, making them perfect for borders, containers, and shaded garden beds. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, Hosta Coleus is ideal for gardeners seeking long-lasting visual interest in compact spaces.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Hosta Coleus (Coleus × Hosta hybrid / ornamental foliage plant)
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Foliage Color: Green, purple, and variegated shades
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Growth Habit: Compact, clumping perennial
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Seed Type: Heirloom & GMO-free, selected for high germination
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Plant Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Sun Requirement: Partial to full shade
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Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Blooming Season: Primarily grown for foliage; occasional flowers in summer
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Uses: Garden borders, container planting, shaded garden beds, ornamental displays
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 6–12 hours to improve germination.
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Sowing: Plant seeds in seed trays, pots, or directly in prepared garden soil.
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Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface and cover minimally; they need light to germinate.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish.
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Temperature: Germinates best at 18–22°C (65–72°F).
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Germination Time: 1–3 weeks.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 15–25 cm apart when planting outdoors or into larger containers.
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Care: Minimal maintenance; trim occasionally to encourage bushier growth and maintain vibrant foliage.