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Coleus Black Dragon Seeds for Planting

Coleus Black Dragon Seeds for Planting

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained soil; press lightly — do not bury deeply (coleus seeds need light to germinate).
For best results, start indoors 8–12 weeks before last frost.
Maintain soil moisture until germination occurs (typically within 7–14 days under optimal 70–75 °F soil temperature).
After last frost, transplant outdoors or into containers at recommended spacing (see below).

How to Grow

Provide partial shade to shade; avoid harsh direct midday sun which may scorch leaves.
Keep soil moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging.
Pinch back growing tips early and periodically to encourage bushier, fuller growth — do not rely on flowering, as blooms are small and insignificant; pinch off flower spikes if you want the plant to invest energy in foliage.
In containers or pot plantings: fertilize every 2 weeks (or use a slow-release fertiliser) for best foliage colour and growth.

Tips

Ideal in shady spots where bright foliage adds contrast — especially under trees, along north-facing walls, or in containers on shaded patios.
Use in combination with lighter-green or variegated plants to maximize contrast and garden design impact.
Avoid overwatering; ensure soil drains well.
Remove flower spikes early if you want to prolong foliage vibrancy.

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Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Annual

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Rich

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Coleus Black Dragon Seeds for Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Non-GMO

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Ornamental foliage

Coleus Black Dragon (scientific name Solenostemon scutellarioides ‘Black Dragon’) is a compact, ornamental foliage plant prized for its dramatic, richly-colored leaves — deep red centers with serrated black-purple margins. It thrives in shady or partially shaded areas where many flowering plants struggle, making it ideal for shade gardens, containers, borders, and mixed beds. With minimal maintenance, it brings a bold, eye-catching contrast and texture to garden designs, especially where you want color and visual interest without relying on blooms.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

30–35 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

9–11

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

25–35 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Moist

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000152081

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Coleus Black Dragon be grown in a decorative container?

Yes, its compact foliage can create a strong visual feature in containers when provided with suitable drainage and growing space

How can Coleus Black Dragon be combined with bright foliage plants?

Its deep purple-black leaves can provide strong contrast beside green, lime, silver, or lighter-colored foliage

Can Coleus Black Dragon be used as a border plant?

Yes, its dense foliage can form a colorful foreground or edging layer along garden beds and pathways

How can Coleus Black Dragon be kept compact?

Pinching the growing tips can encourage branching and help maintain a fuller, more rounded plant shape

Can Coleus Black Dragon be combined with flowering plants?

Yes, its dark foliage can provide a contrasting backdrop for plants with lighter or brightly colored flowers

How can the dark foliage be highlighted in a garden display?

Positioning the plant beside lighter foliage or against a simple background can make its deep coloration more noticeable