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Coleus Kong Red Seeds for Planting – Giant Red Foliage with Dark Green Edges

Coleus Kong Red Seeds for Planting – Giant Red Foliage with Dark Green Edges

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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained soil and lightly press them in.
Do not cover deeply.
Keep soil warm and evenly moist until germination occurs.

How to Grow

Grow in partial shade to full sun with regular watering.
Pinch tips to encourage bushy growth.
Use fertile soil and avoid waterlogging for best foliage color.

Tips

Avoid direct harsh midday sun
Pinch regularly for compact growth
Keep soil consistently moist
Ideal for containers and borders

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Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Annual

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Giant Foliage

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Bushy

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental Foliage

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Both

About
Coleus Kong Red Seeds for Planting – Giant Red Foliage with Dark Green Edges
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Foliage Plant

Coleus Kong Red is a bold ornamental plant grown primarily for its dramatic foliage. The oversized red leaves with dark green edges make it a standout feature in any garden or container display. It is fast-growing, easy to maintain, and ideal for decorative landscaping.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

45–60 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA 10–11

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

25–30 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface Sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained Soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000116779

Frequently Asked Questions

How can Coleus Kong Red be kept compact?

Pinching the growing tips regularly encourages branching and helps maintain a bushier, more compact form.

Does harsh midday sun affect Coleus Kong Red foliage?

The product recommends avoiding direct harsh midday sun, particularly where intense sunlight may stress the foliage.

Can Coleus Kong Red be used as a border plant?

Yes. Its large contrasting leaves make it suitable for ornamental borders and foliage-focused garden displays.

Why is consistent moisture important for Coleus Kong Red?

Regular moisture supports vigorous foliage growth, while waterlogged soil should be avoided.

Can Coleus Kong Red grow in full sun?

The listed requirement is partial shade, although the growing instructions allow partial shade to full sun with suitable care.

How does pinching affect Coleus Kong Red's appearance?

Regular pinching encourages branching, helping create a fuller plant with more compact foliage.