• Coleus chocolate mint with dark centers and bright green edges held against a light background.
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Coleus Seeds - Chocolate Mint

Each leaf a rich chocolate color, finely edged in mint green

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Hanging Basket Friendly

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Solenostemon scutellarioides

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Early Summer
  • Spring through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Mounding
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 14 to 20 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Premium Sun

COLOR

  • Green
  • Red

Each leaf of Coleus Chocolate Mint shows a rich texture and bold pattern of deep, dark chocolate brown edged in mint green. This color contrast proves to be an outstanding inclusion for the garden. Its versatility allows it to thrive in both full sun and partial shade environments, rendering it suitable for any setting. With its striking mid-size leaves this plant stands out as a superb option for containers, landscapes, and as an accent in gardens.

  • Well-suited to in-ground plantings and large patio planters
  • Can tolerate full sun in regions of high relative humidity
  • A center stage variety, sure to bring attention to the garden

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 8 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 10 Up to 80 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Coleus Blumei Planting Guide to learn more.

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Coleus Seeds - Chocolate Mint

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Coleus Seeds - Chocolate Mint FAQs

Is Chocolate Mint Coleus resistant to animals or disease?

Chocolate Mint Coleus is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Chocolate Mint Coleus?

Chocolate Mint Coleus is a hybrid seed.

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