Coleus Premium Sun Chocolate Mint

Coleus Premium Sun Chocolate Mint Seeds

Coleus Premium Sun Chocolate Mint F1 is a modern seed-grown coleus selected for strong sun tolerance and striking foliage contrast. The leaves feature deep chocolate brown to burgundy centers highlighted by bright mint green edges, creating a bold ornamental display.

This tender perennial, commonly grown as an annual, forms dense, well branched plants with uniform growth. It performs reliably in both full sun and partial shade when adequate moisture is provided, making it well suited for Gulf growing conditions.

Key Features

• Pelleted seed
• Chocolate brown centers with mint green margins.
• Strong sun tolerance compared to traditional coleus.
• Compact and well branched habit.
• Uniform growth for bedding and containers.
• Highly ornamental foliage throughout the season.

Plant Information

• Height: 36–51 cm
• Spread: 20–30 cm
• Plant type: Tender perennial (grown as annual)
• Flowering: Grown for foliage, flowers insignificant
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate to high

Seed Germination

• Seed depth: Surface sow, do not cover
• Germination time: 10–14 days
• Ideal germination temperature: 22–25°C

Growing Tips

• Maintain consistent moisture and pinch growing tips regularly to encourage a fuller, bushier plant.
• Although tolerant of sun, gradual acclimation is recommended in warm climates to prevent leaf scorch.

Gulf Planting Season

• Best sowing time in the Gulf: September – March
• Transplanting: October – April
• Expected growth peak: November – May

Garden Uses

• Containers
• Borders
• Shade gardens
• Landscape planting
• Mixed beds