My Coleus Collection
Living works of art celebrated for their extraordinary color combinations and leaf patterns
Each variety in my collection has been carefully selected and nurtured with love. From classic cultivars to rare botanical treasures, these plants bring vibrant color and personality to any space. Scroll through to discover your perfect match!
Black Dragon
Deep, dramatic burgundy leaves that appear almost black in certain lighting. This stunning variety adds bold contrast and sophistication to shade gardens and containers. The velvety texture and rich coloring make it a collector’s favorite.
Care Highlights
- Best in partial to full shade
- Prefers consistently moist soil
- Pinch regularly for bushier growth
- Height: 12-18 inches
Kong Rose
Giant leaves feature stunning rose-pink centers surrounded by deep green edges with burgundy accents. Part of the famous Kong series known for their enormous foliage. A true statement plant that commands attention in any garden or container.
Care Highlights
- Tolerates morning sun, prefers afternoon shade
- Needs regular watering, especially in heat
- Large leaves require more space
- Height: 18-24 inches
Everest Mix
A stunning variegated collection featuring burgundy, cream, and green tones with beautiful mottling patterns. Each leaf is unique, creating an ever-changing display of color. Perfect for those who want maximum visual interest in a single plant.
Care Highlights
- Thrives in bright, indirect light
- Water when top inch of soil is dry
- Variegation intensifies with proper light
- Height: 14-20 inches
Raspberry Ripple
Vibrant pink centers with lime-green ruffled edges create an electrifying color combination. The deeply serrated leaves add wonderful texture. This cheerful variety brings energy and movement to gardens with its wavy, rippled foliage.
Care Highlights
- Prefers partial shade to maintain color
- Keep soil consistently moist
- Ruffled edges need good air circulation
- Height: 12-16 inches
Lime Splash
Bright, electric lime-green leaves that practically glow in the garden. This vibrant variety brings fresh energy and serves as a perfect color accent. Excellent for brightening shady spots or creating striking color contrasts in mixed containers.
Care Highlights
- Best color in bright, filtered light
- Can tolerate more sun than darker varieties
- Water regularly to maintain vibrancy
- Height: 14-18 inches
Garnet Flame
Rich burgundy centers with emerald green edges create a jewel-like appearance. The deep, saturated colors and contrasting edges make this variety a garden treasure. Perfect for adding depth and richness to planting schemes.
Care Highlights
- Thrives in partial to full shade
- Deep colors intensify with good care
- Pinch to encourage compact growth
- Height: 12-16 inches
Pink Lightning
Bold pink veins strike dramatically through chartreuse green leaves like bolts of lightning. This electrifying variety is impossible to ignore. The strong vein pattern and high contrast colors create an unforgettable visual impact.
Care Highlights
- Best in bright, indirect light
- Contrast increases with proper lighting
- Keep evenly moist for best performance
- Height: 14-18 inches
Rainbow Sets
Carefully curated collections of assorted coleus in complementary color combinations. Perfect for creating instant impact in containers or gardens. Each set is designed to provide maximum color variety while maintaining visual harmony.
Care Highlights
- Mixed light requirements – I’ll guide you
- Great for container gardens
- Creates instant colorful displays
- Varieties selected for compatibility
Surprise Picks
Let me choose a beautiful, healthy coleus from my current collection! Perfect for adventurous plant lovers or those who want a trusted expert to select the best available variety. Every surprise pick is guaranteed to be vibrant, healthy, and special.
Care Highlights
- Variety depends on current availability
- Always healthy, well-established plants
- Great for collectors and newcomers alike
- Specific care info included with plant
Rare Varieties and Swedish Hybrids
Unique and hard-to-find coleus varieties for serious collectors and enthusiasts. These special cultivars feature unusual colors, patterns, or growth habits not commonly available. Message me to be notified when rare varieties become available!
What to Expect
- Limited availability selections
- Unique colorations and patterns
- Perfect for collectors
- Detailed care instructions provided
Ruffled Mix
Swedish hybrid seed mix producing coleus with dramatically ruffled leaf edges and vibrant ornamental patterns. Each plant from this rare seed collection displays unique color combinations and distinctive frilled foliage. Expected to show the bold, textured characteristics that make ruffled varieties collector favorites.
Care Highlights
- Best in partial to full shade
- Prefers consistently moist soil
- Pinch regularly for bushier growth
- Height: Details coming after grow-out
Dwarf Mix
Compact Swedish hybrid coleus perfect for smaller containers and tight spaces. This rare seed mix produces vibrant ornamental plants with full color intensity in a petite, well-branched form. Each plant displays unique patterns while maintaining the characteristic dwarf growth habit ideal for windowsills, desk planters, and miniature gardens.
Care Highlights
- Best in partial to full shade
- Prefers consistently moist soil
- Naturally compact growth
- Height: Compact (exact height TBD)
Learn More About Coleus Care
Want to ensure your coleus thrives? Check out my comprehensive guides and interesting facts about these amazing plants.