Coleus Black Dragon Seeds

Coleus Black Dragon Seeds

Coleus Black Dragon Seeds produce stunning deeply ruffled foliage in dramatic shades of rich burgundy, deep purple, and near-black. This striking Coleus variety is grown for its spectacular ornamental leaves, making it a standout choice for borders, containers, patio displays, and indoor plant collections.

The intensely coloured foliage provides season-long interest and creates a bold contrast when combined with flowering plants or lighter foliage varieties. Coleus Black Dragon forms compact, bushy plants that are perfect for adding texture and dramatic colour to gardens, conservatories, and sunny windowsills.

Easy to grow and highly rewarding, this beautiful foliage plant is ideal for gardeners looking to create eye-catching displays with minimal maintenance.

Key Features

Produces dramatic deep purple and burgundy foliage with heavily ruffled leaves.

Popular Coleus variety grown for ornamental foliage.

Compact bushy plants perfect for containers and borders.

Provides season-long colour from spring through autumn.

Excellent for patios, conservatories, and indoor growing.

Ideal for contrasting with lighter flowering plants.

Easy to grow and suitable for beginner gardeners.

How to Grow Coleus Black Dragon Seeds

Sow Coleus Black Dragon Seeds indoors from January to April onto the surface of moist seed compost.

Do not cover the seeds, as they require light for germination. Keep warm at approximately 20–25°C and maintain consistent moisture during germination, which usually takes around 10–21 days.

Transplant seedlings carefully once large enough to handle and grow on in bright conditions.

Plant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed or continue growing indoors as attractive houseplants.

Pinch out growing tips regularly to encourage compact, bushy growth.

Coleus Growing Tips

Grow in bright light for the richest foliage colour.

Protect plants from frost and cold temperatures.

Keep compost evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.

Pinch out growing tips to encourage fuller plants.

Remove flower spikes to maintain vibrant foliage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coleus Black Dragon easy to grow?
Yes, Coleus Black Dragon Seeds are easy to grow and suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Can Coleus Black Dragon be grown indoors?
Yes, it makes an excellent houseplant in a bright position.

Does Coleus Black Dragon flower?
It may produce flower spikes, but it is primarily grown for its spectacular foliage.

What makes Black Dragon different?
Its intensely coloured, deeply ruffled leaves are among the darkest and most dramatic of all Coleus varieties.

Perfect For

Patio containers

Borders

Houseplants

Foliage displays

Conservatories

Shade gardens

Container gardening

Beginner gardeners