Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Colorful Foliage
Growth Habit
Bushy
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Ornamental
Suitable for
Both
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Foliage Plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
30–45 cm
Light Requirement
Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
USDA 10–11
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25–30 cm
Planting Depth
Surface Sow
Growing Conditions
Moist
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Coleus Deep Crimson a popular ornamental plant?
What makes Coleus Deep Crimson a popular ornamental plant?
Coleus Deep Crimson is admired for its rich crimson-red foliage that provides bold color and attractive contrast throughout the growing season, even when not in bloom.
Where can Coleus Deep Crimson be grown?
Where can Coleus Deep Crimson be grown?
It grows well in borders, containers, patio planters, shaded garden beds, and mixed ornamental displays with well-drained soil.
Can Coleus Deep Crimson be grown in containers?
Can Coleus Deep Crimson be grown in containers?
Yes, it performs exceptionally well in pots, window boxes, hanging baskets, and decorative containers, making it suitable for patios and balconies.
Does pinching back the stems encourage fuller growth?
Does pinching back the stems encourage fuller growth?
Yes, regularly pinching the growing tips helps promote a bushier, more compact plant with abundant colorful foliage.
Can Coleus Deep Crimson be combined with other ornamental plants?
Can Coleus Deep Crimson be combined with other ornamental plants?
Yes, its vibrant foliage pairs beautifully with flowering annuals, perennials, and other colorful foliage plants to create eye-catching garden displays.
Does this plant provide long-lasting seasonal color?
Does this plant provide long-lasting seasonal color?
Yes, healthy plants produce striking foliage that adds continuous ornamental interest from spring through autumn under suitable growing conditions.