{"product_id":"purple-ruffles-basil-seeds-copy","title":"Black Dragon Coleus Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eColeus ‘Black Dragon’ Seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"32\"\u003e(Solenostemon scutellarioides \/ Plectranthus scutellarioides)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eColeus ‘Black Dragon’ is a dramatic foliage plant known for its deep burgundy to near-black leaves with heavily ruffled edges. The leaves are rich in color and texture, making this variety a standout in containers, garden beds, and shaded areas of the garden. Plants typically grow about 12–18 inches tall and form full, bushy mounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eColeus is grown for its colorful foliage rather than its flowers and provides long-lasting color throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eHow They Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e• Annual in most climates\u003cbr data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e• Height: 12–18 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e• Light: Part shade to shade (tolerates some sun)\u003cbr data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"687\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Soil: Rich, well-drained\u003cbr data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e• Easy to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly onto the soil surface and do not cover deeply, as they need light to germinate. Keep soil evenly moist and provide bright light for healthy seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1212\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eIn the Garden:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"979\"\u003e‘Black Dragon’ coleus adds bold color and texture to shaded garden beds, containers, and patio plantings. Its dark foliage contrasts beautifully with green plants and bright flowers, making it a strong focal point in mixed plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53677537657137,"sku":"03-13-01","price":5.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/9979\/3457\/files\/Copy_of_Untitled_Instagram_Post_45_-_2026-04-08T140931.303.png?v=1775684573","url":"https:\/\/zillsygarden.com\/products\/purple-ruffles-basil-seeds-copy","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}