{"product_id":"coleus-black-dragon","title":"Coleus Black Dragon","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"406\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eColeus Black Dragon is a striking ornamental foliage plant prized for its richly textured, deep burgundy to almost black leaves with ruffled edges. This compact variety adds dramatic colour and contrast to shaded gardens, patios, containers, and borders. Easy to grow and low maintenance, it is perfect for creating bold displays throughout the growing season.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"27pfev\" data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"465\"\u003ePlanting Instructions for Coleus Black Dragon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eGeneral Sowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eSpring and Summer. Can be started indoors year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"562\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"565\"\u003ePartial shade to shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eSuitable Space:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eIdeal for pots, containers, borders, hanging baskets, and shaded garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eSow Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eSurface sow only. Do not cover the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"763\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eSpace plants 25–30 cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eGrows approximately 30–45 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eSeeds germinate within 10–21 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eApproximately 70–84 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eThrives between 20°C–24°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eFeed regularly with a balanced fertiliser for lush foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003ePests\/Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eGenerally easy to grow. Watch for aphids, whiteflies, and mealybugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yarlyv\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yarlyv\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eIn Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1525\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eColeus Black Dragon is a stunning foliage plant with dramatic dark purple to almost black leaves that provide outstanding colour in shaded areas. Perfect for containers, borders, and patio displays, it is easy to grow and makes a bold statement throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seeds4You","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":48459643420894,"sku":"FLW0125","price":15.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/9894\/4990\/files\/ColeusWizardMix.png?v=1784720711","url":"https:\/\/seeds4you.co.za\/products\/coleus-black-dragon","provider":"Seeds 4 You (Pty) Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}