Enhance your garden with the dramatic foliage and vibrant growth of Black Dragon Coleus Flower Seeds. This heirloom variety is prized for its striking dark leaves and long bloom season, making it perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers. GMO free and easy to grow, these seeds are ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance ornamental plants that add bold color and texture to any home garden.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Ornamental foliage and flowering plant
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Leaf Color: Deep purple-black
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Flower Color: Small spikes of pale flowers
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
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Blooming Season: Long bloom season, typically summer through fall
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO free
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Uses: Ideal for garden beds, borders, containers, and mixed plantings
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Hardiness: Suitable for temperate and warm climates; prefers partial shade to filtered sunlight
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.
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Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch (3 mm) of soil.
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Spacing: Maintain 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between seedlings for healthy growth.
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Light Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight for optimal foliage color.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; water moderately once established.
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Germination Time: Typically 10–20 days depending on conditions.