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Coleus ‘Chocolate Green’
Botanical Name: Plectranthus scutellarioides
Type: Annual

Coleus ‘Chocolate Green’ is a striking foliage plant with rich, velvety green leaves edged and interspersed with deep chocolate-brown tones. Its bold colour contrast and attractive leaf shape make it a standout choice for mixed containers, borders, and shaded garden areas. Easy to grow and maintain, this variety adds vivid contrast and texture wherever it’s planted.

Plant Details

Type: Annual
Height: 25–40cm
Spread: 25–40cm
Flowers: Rare/optional (grown mainly for foliage)
Position: Partial to full shade

Growing Information

Sow: February – April under cover
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C
Spacing: Thin or transplant to 25–30cm apart
Care: Keep soil evenly moist; pinch back growing tips to encourage bushiness

Why You’ll Love It

Bold, decorative foliage
Great contrast in mixed plantings
Easy to grow and maintain
Ideal for shade gardens and containers

Top Tip

Pinch back tips regularly to promote compact, bushy growth and avoid legginess.

Perfect For

Containers & hanging baskets
Shaded borders
Patio and balcony plantings
Garden contrast and texture

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