Coleus Seeds – Red

Red Coleus Seeds produce vibrant, richly colored foliage that adds striking contrast to borders, containers, and shaded or partially sunny garden areas. These seeds grow into lush plants known for their beautifully patterned leaves and reliable performance throughout the warm season. Easy to grow and suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners, Red Coleus thrives in warm climates and offers long-lasting ornamental value.

Features

• Produces bright red, ornamental foliage

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers

• Heirloom, non-GMO seed variety

• Grows well in warm and partially sunny conditions

• Ideal for home gardens and landscaping

• Low-maintenance growth habit

Specifications

Botanical Name: Coleus blumei
Common Name: Red Coleus
Plant Type: Annual (may act as tender perennial in warm climates)
Foliage Color: Red
Light Requirements: Partial shade to partial sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
Germination Time: 10–20 days
Maturity: 60–90 days
Height: 10–18 inches (varies with conditions)

Growing Season (USA)

• Sowing Indoors: Late winter to early spring (February–April)

• Transplanting Outdoors: After frost ends (April–May)

• Outdoor Sowing (Warm Zones): Late spring (May–June)

USDA Growing Zones

• Zones 3–7: Grow as an annual; start indoors February–April and transplant after frost (April–May)

• Zones 8–10: Can be grown outdoors for most of the year; sow March–June

• Zones 11+: Suitable for year-round planting with mild winters

Planting Instructions

• Sow seeds on the soil surface; do not cover (light aids germination)

• Maintain even moisture during germination

• Keep temperatures between 70–75°F

• Thin or transplant seedlings when they develop true leaves