20 Seeds Coleus Rare Color Mix - Pink Black Green Variegated Foliage - Shade Loving Annual

Grow stunning coleus plants from seed with this rare color mix featuring vibrant pink, deep black, and lush green variegated foliage. Coleus (Plectranthus scutellarioides) is prized for its spectacular, painterly leaves that add dramatic color to gardens and containers.

**General Information:**
- Annual in most climates (perennial in zones 10-11)
- Mature height: 12-36 inches
- Spread: 12-24 inches
- Grown primarily for ornamental foliage
- Excellent for borders, containers, and indoor houseplant displays

**Growing Information:**
- **USDA Zones:** Grown as annual in zones 2-9, perennial in zones 10-11
- **Light Requirements:** Partial shade to full shade; some varieties tolerate morning sun
- **Water Requirements:** Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained
- **Soil Type:** Rich, loose, well-draining soil with organic matter
- **Germination:** Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost; surface sow seeds (light aids germination)
- **Germination Time:** 10-20 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C)
- **Bloom Time:** Summer (pinch flower spikes to encourage foliage growth)

**Care Tips:**
- Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier plants
- Remove flower buds to direct energy to foliage
- Fertilize monthly with balanced fertilizer during growing season
- Can be overwintered indoors as houseplants
- Perfect for adding color to shady garden areas where flowers struggle

**Uses:** Container gardens, border edging, mixed plantings, indoor decorative plants, shade gardens, and patio displays. The striking foliage provides continuous color from spring through fall without relying on flowers.

Each packet contains 20 seeds of our special color mix selection. Fresh seeds with high germination rates when stored and planted properly.