Coleus Black Dragon Seeds | Deep Purple-Black Foliage for Dramatic Garden Contrast

Bring bold color and dramatic texture to your garden with Coleus Black Dragon Seeds, known for their deep purple-black foliage and beautifully ruffled edges. This striking variety is perfect for adding contrast to shaded areas, borders, pots, and indoor planters. Easy to grow and fast-maturing, Coleus Black Dragon is a favorite among gardeners looking to add eye-catching foliage with minimal maintenance.

Features

• Deep purple to black foliage with vibrant ruffled margins

• Ideal for shaded and partially shaded areas

• Fast-growing and low maintenance

• Perfect for borders, containers, and indoor pots

• High germination seeds

• Long-lasting foliage color through the growing season

• Great for adding contrast to green-leaf plants

Specifications

• Common Name: Black Dragon Coleus

• Botanical Name: Coleus scutellarioides

• Plant Type: Annual (perennial in frost-free areas)

• Height: 12–18 inches

• Spread: 10–14 inches

• Sunlight: Partial shade to full shade

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Planting Season: Spring

• Growth Habit: Bushy, compact

• Water Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist

• Seed Type: Non-GMO

Planting Guide

• Sow seeds on the surface of moist soil—do not cover, as they need light to germinate.

• Maintain temperatures around 20–24°C for best germination.

• Keep soil lightly moist using a spray bottle.

• Once seedlings develop true leaves, transplant into pots or shaded garden beds.

• Pinch tips regularly for fuller growth and bushy plants.

• Avoid harsh sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.