{"product_id":"coleus-seeds-black-dragon-seeds","title":"Coleus Seeds Black Dragon Seeds - Coleus, 20 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Seeds \/ pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Dragon coleus (\u003cem\u003eColeus scutellarioides\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as \u003cem\u003ePlectranthus scutellarioides\u003c\/em\u003e) grows dark, velvety crimson-burgundy foliage — nearly black in good light — on compact, branching plants. It is a bold foliage accent for shady beds, borders, and containers, and it also thrives as a houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose our seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, dramatic near-black foliage with a velvety texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in shade where flowering plants fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for containers, borders, and indoor pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow Black Dragon Coleus seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoose Your Planting Method\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoors: Start about 8 weeks before the last frost — the reliable way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoors: Direct sow only after all frost danger has passed and nights are warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare Your Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-draining potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity dome or plastic wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bottle for misting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSowing the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow on the surface and do not cover (or cover with only a whisper of vermiculite) — light is needed for germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo pre-treatment is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvide the Right Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Bright, indirect light; keep seeds uncovered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 70–75°F (21–24°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Cover with a dome until seeds sprout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGermination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeedlings emerge in 10–20 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the cover once sprouts appear and keep soil evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot up seedlings as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove outdoors after the last frost; harden off first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants 10–12 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun: Part shade to shade; morning sun is fine, but harsh afternoon sun can scorch the dark leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Water regularly — coleus likes consistently moist (not soggy) soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer for the deepest color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch the stem tips when plants are about 6 inches tall to make them bushy, and snip off flower spikes as they appear to keep the foliage lush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull dark color develops about 8–10 weeks after sowing; plants stay colorful through the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pemdas Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402784977102,"sku":"9228","price":3.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5109\/8574\/files\/il_fullxfull.7886541172_70j3.jpg?v=1790473842","url":"https:\/\/pemdasgarden.com\/products\/coleus-seeds-black-dragon-seeds","provider":"Pemdas Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}