Adenium Seeds – Black

Black Adenium is an eye-catching ornamental variety admired for its dramatic, dark-toned blooms and sculptural growth habit. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds are ideal for gardeners looking to grow unique, drought-tolerant plants that thrive in warm, sunny locations. Perfect for containers, patios, rock gardens, and mixed wildflower landscapes, Adenium provides long-lasting seasonal beauty with minimal maintenance. Its striking appearance brings a bold, decorative touch to any home garden.

Features

• Produces deep, dark-colored blooms for a bold ornamental effect

• Excellent for containers, patios, rock gardens, and warm garden beds

• Heirloom and non-GMO seeds

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established

• Thrives in hot, sunny climates

• Adds strong visual impact and sculptural form to landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Adenium obesum

• Common Name: Adenium (Desert Rose)

• Variety: Black

• Plant Type: Tender perennial

• Height: 12–36 inches

• Spread: 8–18 inches

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy or cactus-type soil

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Bloom Season: Late spring through fall

Season & Planting Schedule

• Indoor Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost

  • Typical months: January–March

• Outdoor Growing: Move outdoors when temperatures remain consistently warm

  • Typical months: March–June

• Flowering Months: May–October

• USDA Zones: Perennial in Zones 10–11; container-grown in Zones 3–9

• Watering: Light to moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings

• Plant Spacing: 8–18 inches apart