Red Coleus Seeds - Heirloom Flower Garden Seeds for Growing

Red Coleus is an ornamental foliage plant grown for its bright red leaves and compact bushy growth habit. It is commonly planted in containers, borders, shade gardens, and indoor plant displays. This variety develops colorful foliage throughout the growing season and performs well in warm conditions. Coleus grows best in partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil and regular moisture.

Features

• Produces bright red foliage
• Compact bushy growth habit
• Suitable for containers and borders
• Ideal for shade gardens
• Grows well in partial shade
• Prefers fertile well-drained soil
• Suitable for warm-season planting
• Attractive ornamental foliage plant

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Coleus scutellarioides
• Common Name (US): Coleus
• Seed Type / Variety: Red Foliage Seeds
• Growth Habit: Compact herbaceous perennial grown as annual
• USDA Zones: 10 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Months: February to April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10 to 20 days at 21 to 24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to bright indirect light
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 30 to 60 cm height, 30 to 45 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm