Wizard Red Velvet Coleus Seeds For Planting - Shade Garden Plants

Coleus Seeds - Velvet Red

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SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Partial shade to full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 20 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Salmon

ENVIRONMENT

Full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Partial shade to full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

20 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Scarlet

ENVIRONMENT

Partial shade to full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Ivory and green

ENVIRONMENT

Partial shade to full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Partial shade to full shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Coral

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Watermelon

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

About...

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Velvet Red) - This variety is a true wonder in the gardening world. Brilliantly colored burgundy red leaves are dazzled with lighter magenta veining, all with the smallest white margins! You truly will not find another plant like it!

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Velvet Red) - It's easy to understand how the Coleus plant got the common names of Painted Nettle or Flame Nettle. The beautiful serrated leaves are uniquely colored, and Wizard Velvet Red features rich shades of red and burgundy with a lightly trimmed margin. Growing Coleus seeds is wonderfully rewarding and a great way to fill your shady landscape or shade garden with beautiful, exotic foliage plants. The pelleted flower seeds make growing Coleus plants from seeds easier for the home gardener.

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

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FAQ's
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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

15 - 18 inches

Coleus (Coleus Kong Salmon Pink) - Bring a touch of salmon pink to the shade garden! Coleus seeds can be started indoors in the late winter and transplanted out into the landscape after frost danger has passed. This salmon pink variety is a great container plant for shade.

Pelleted seeds

If you have a shady porch or patio, grow this foliage plant in a large container for color that lasts all season long. The flower seeds are pelleted for easier sowing and germination.

coleus kong salmon

Coleus seed | salmon pink

How to grow

How To Grow Coleus From Seed: Sow flower seeds indoors. Gently press the seeds into the starter mix, but do not cover the flower seeds. Transplant the Coleus seedlings once they have at least 2 - 3 sets of true leaves.

Coleus show their permanent coloring from the time of their appearance. Pinch the plant once or twice as it grows to encourage more branching, then sit back and enjoy these colorful foliage plants from spring through fall, or year-round indoors.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
salmon coleus plant

Plant Specifications

The shade plants are well branched and have unique patterns on each leaf. These foliage plants can survive hot summers with little care and maintenance when they are planted in full shade. Growing these flower seeds is a wonderfully rewarding experience.

  • Height: 18 - 20 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Sunset) - Yet another lovely Coleus variety to make your landscape beautiful! Start Coleus seeds indoors in late winter for plants ready to set out after frosts are over. This Wizard Sunset has muted tones of bronze and apricot making it the perfect addition to mixed borders or mixed containers.

Colorful houseplant

You can keep a Coleus Sunset as a colorful houseplant in a sunny window or under artificial lights for the exotic beauty indoors!

coleus wizard sunset

Coleus seed | sunset

How to grow

How To Grow Coleus From Seed: Starting the flower seeds indoors in the late winter will provide you with Coleus seedlings for planting outdoors in beds or containers in the spring once frosts have passed.

Coleus plants perform best in well-drained soil enriched with organics. You will love watching the new seedlings emerge, showing their permanent coloring from the time of their appearance. Enjoy these foliage plants from spring through fall, or year-round indoors.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
sunset coleus plant

Plant Specifications

Coleus Sunset leaves are serrated and trimmed delicately with a contrasting color. Coleus care includes keeping the soil evenly moist, applying fertilizer monthly and pinching out the flowers to keep the foliage growing well and healthy.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Scarlet) - For heart-shaped leaves of scarlet red, start these Coleus seeds and enjoy this mid-sized summer annual. Coleus plants have an upright growth habit with leaves in rich reds and a thin green serrated margin. Mix with other varieties for stunning contrasting colors and excellent performance all summer long. Wizard Scarlet is a sun tolerant Coleus, but in the hottest climates, shade is preferred. New pelleted flower seeds make germination easier than ever so give these annuals a try.

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Jade) - Start Coleus seeds for this exotic foliage plant that never disappoints! Wizard Jade has ivory at the center of the leaves and greens around the edges. It's a beautiful plant for shade that can be mixed in containers with other shade loving plants.

Great houseplant

You can keep a Coleus houseplant in a sunny window or under artificial lights for the exotic beauty indoors!

coleus wizard jade

Coleus seed | jade

How to grow

How To Grow Coleus From Seed: Starting the flower seeds indoors in the late winter will provide you with Coleus seedlings for planting outdoors in beds or containers in the spring once frosts have passed.

Coleus plants perform best in well-drained soil enriched with organics. You will love watching the new seedlings emerge, showing their permanent coloring from the time of their appearance. Enjoy these foliage plants from spring through fall, or year-round indoors.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
jade coleus plant

Plant Specifications

This Wizard Jade is a mid-sized plant with a nice upright growth habit. It's a great addition to mixed containers and can be a wonderful "thriller" plant with its beautifully showy jade green foliage. Coleus does best in shade or partial shade.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Golden) - With a scientific name of Solenostemon scutellariodes, Coleus is a beloved foliage plant that works well in both beds and containers. If you need plants for shade, consider growing Coleus seeds for these low maintenance, colorful plants.

Colorful houseplant

This Coleus variety makes a great container plant in full shade areas outside or as colorful houseplant inside. These foliage plants show their color early and are a steady performer in heat and humidity.

coleus wizard golden

Coleus seed | golden

How to grow

How To Grow Coleus From Seed: Sow flower seeds indoors. Gently press the seeds into the starter mix, but do not cover the flower seeds. Transplant the Coleus seedlings once they have at least 2 - 3 sets of true leaves.

Coleus plants perform best in part to full shade and moist, well-drained soil enriched with organics. You will love watching the new seedlings emerge, showing their permanent coloring from the time of their appearance. Enjoy these foliage plants from spring through fall, or year-round indoors.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
golden coleus plant

Plant Specifications

This Wizard Golden is a mid-sized plant with a nice upright growth habit. It's a great addition to mixed containers and can be a wonderful "thriller" plant with its beautifully showy golden foliage. Wizard golden does best in shade or partial shade, and the new pelleted Coleus seeds make planting easier than ever.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 -14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 14 inches

Coleus (Coleus Wizard Coral Sunrise) - Growing the awesome annuals from flower seeds is so fun and rewarding, and you can fill your landscape with these wonderful foliage plants! Often called Painted Leaf, Coleus plants feature colorful, exotic leaves that do well in sun or shade. These Coleus plants are compact with medium-size leaves, and they combine beautifully with other varieties for colorful containers and baskets. Start Coleus seed indoors in the late winter for transplanting out in spring after frost danger has passed.

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

16 inches

Coleus (Coleus Versa Watermelon) - With eye-catching color, this watermelon Coleus plant has high contrasting bright pink and greens to brighten any landscape. Versa Watermelon  seeds are pelleted making it easier for the home gardener to grow from seed!

Unique houseplant

Although usually planted outdoors in flower beds or patio containers, coleus can be grown indoors and used as a unique houseplant in a sunny window!

coleus versa watermelon

Coleus seed | watermelon

How to grow

How To Grow Coleus From Seed: Grow from Coleus seeds indoors in late winter, these easy to grow annuals from seed can be transplanted out after frost season has ended in either shade or sun.

Coleus care includes regularly keeping the soil evenly moist, monthly fertilizer applications, and pinching out the flowers to keep the foliage growing and healthy.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Depth: Do not cover
watermelon coleus plant

Plant Specifications

Having a Coleus for sun really makes this foliage plant so much more versatile, and you'll love the way this bright green foliage brightens up any border or container. Versa Watermelon is a large, well-branching plant that offers a full season of beauty.

  • Height: 24 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Will coleus come back each year?

A

Coleus is a tender perennial hardy only in U.S southernmost zones 10 and 11. In zones 7 and higher this annual can reseed but you'll have to allow it to flower.

Q

How much do coleus plants spread?

A

Height and spread depend on variety. Cultivars can grow from 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Taller plants with large leaves tend to stay more upright while smaller, dwarf varieties feature a wider growth pattern.

Q

How long will my coleus plant live?

A

Coleus is most often grown as an annual and replanted every spring. Some varieties can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors for three to five years with adequate care.

Q

Will a coleus plant be safe for my dog?

A

Coleus can make dogs, cats and horses ill if they eat it. Choose a different, non-toxic plant if your pet tends to sample your garden.

Q

My leaves are wilting why?

A

This is generally caused by too much direct sunlight. Keep your plants watered well for the soil to be moist but not waterlogged.

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