Coleus Dragon Black

Seeds per packet: 55

Add an artistic splash of color to your garden or container arrangements with Coleus Dragon Black. A member of the Solenostemon scutellarioides family, this unique cultivar boasts a captivating blend of deep red and purplish-black foliage, perfect for shaded or partially sunny spaces. Its mid-sized, serrated leaves offer a dramatic contrast and unusual texture, making it a perfect focal point or complementary plant in mixed containers. Not only is it visually stunning, but this hardy plant also tolerates heat and shade exceptionally well. With a convenient growth habit requiring moderate watering and bi-weekly fertilization, you can enjoy effortless beauty all season long.

Product Features:

• Scientific Name: Solenostemon scutellarioides
• Hardiness Degree: Thrives at 50°F
• Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright structure, ideal for compact spaces
• Unique Foliage: Deep red leaves bordered by eye-catching, curled, and serrated black-purple edges
• Heat and Shade Tolerance: Equally content in partially sunny to shaded locations
• Water Requirements: Moderate; does not require frequent watering
• Fertilization: Bi-weekly fertilization for optimal growth
• Spacing: Ideal spacing of 10” to 14” inches
• Size: Grows to a height of 12” to 14” with a width of 10” to 12”
• Versatile Use: Perfect for mixed containers, garden beds, and landscape features
• Fast Growth: Plug crop time of 5 to 6 weeks and transplant to finish in another 5 to 6 weeks
• Exotic Appeal: Serrated leaves and unusual texture make it stand out in any setting