AGRILABH COLEUS RAINBOW MIXED

• Key Specs
  • Brand – AGRILABH
  • Varity: AGRILABH COLEUS RAINBOW MIXED
• Other Features And ApplicationsGermination: 10-15 days.
  Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-75ºF.
  Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface, needs light to germinate.
  Starting Indoors: Start indoors 8-12 weeks before the last frost. …
  Sowing Outdoors: Direct sowing outdoors is not recommended.
  Growth Habit: Upright.

1. Choose the Right Location: Coleus is primarily grown as an annual in many regions, and it prefers partial to full shade. It’s best to avoid intense, direct sunlight, especially during the hottest part of the day. In areas with cooler climates, they can tolerate more sunlight.

2. Timing: Start coleus seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date in your area. This gives the plants a head start and ensures they are ready for planting when the weather is warm.

3. Prepare the Soil: Coleus prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Use a high-quality potting mix for starting seeds indoors, or prepare the garden soil by adding compost or well-rotted organic matter to improve its structure and fertility.

4. Sow the Seeds:

• Fill seed trays or small pots with the potting mix.
• Plant the coleus seeds on the soil surface. Don’t cover them with soil, as they need light to germinate.
• Lightly press the seeds onto the soil to ensure good contact.
• Mist the soil surface with water to keep it evenly moist.

5. Germination: Coleus seeds usually germinate in 7-14 days when kept at a warm and consistent temperature (around 70-75°F or 21-24°C). Using a plastic cover or plastic wrap over the seed tray can help maintain humidity and promote germination.

6. Transplanting: When the coleus seedlings have several sets of true leaves and are large enough to handle, transplant them into larger pots or into the garden. Harden off the seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions (increasing sunlight, wind, and temperature) over a period of 7-10 days.

7. Planting in the Garden:

• Choose a spot in the garden with partial to full shade.
• Space the coleus plants 12-18 inches apart, depending on the variety and how dense you want them to grow.
• Prepare the planting holes and incorporate some compost.
• Gently remove the seedlings from their pots, being careful not to disturb the roots, and plant them at the same depth they were in the pots.