White Flower Farm
Coleus Talavera Chocolate Velveteen
Best low-maintenance foliage for vibrant container and shade garden displays.
The Coleus Talavera™ Chocolate Velveteen offers striking dark foliage that maintains its rich color even in full sun exposure. This variety is noted for focusing its energy on producing beautiful leaves, as it flowers very late, eliminating the need for preventative pinching. Coleus plants are highly valued for adding diverse foliage color to containers and shaded garden areas. They thrive best in evenly moist soil conditions. In colder climates, this plant can be successfully overwintered indoors or propagated via tip cuttings in early fall. It is guaranteed to ship in prime condition for planting.
$19.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 2989
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Ships as
128.86.
/ PINT ( CU IN)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, high-contrast focal point
- Shade-garden owners needing vibrant color in low-light spots
- Landscapers wanting consistent, season-long visual impact
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with intense, direct afternoon sun exposure
- Busy homeowners unable to maintain a consistent watering schedule
- Gardeners looking for low-maintenance, perennial landscape additions
Performance breakdown
Foliage Color Stability
Deep chocolate tones remain vibrant even under intense full sun exposure.
Maintenance Requirements
Late flowering habit eliminates the tedious chore of regular pinching.
Propagation Ease
Tip cuttings root reliably for effortless expansion of your garden collection.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to both container arrangements and shaded landscape beds.
Shipping Reliability
Guaranteed arrival in prime condition ensures a healthy planting start.
Growth Habit
Consistent height and spacing make for predictable, lush garden layering.
Key Specs
Ships as
1 PINT (28.86 CU IN.)
Mature Height
20-30 inches
Spacing
18-30 inches
Exposure
Sun to Shade
Hardiness Zone
Annual (Perennial in Zone 10)
Guarantee
1 year money-back
Features
- Color holds up well even in full sun conditions
- Late flowering habit keeps energy focused on foliage display
- Excellent for adding color to shade gardens or containers
- Roots very readily from tip cuttings for easy propagation
- Backed by a 1-year money-back guarantee
What customers say
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, centered on the plant's unique aesthetic and inherent quality. The deep, rich chocolate color and luxurious velveteen texture are frequently highlighted as the defining design elements that elevate garden spaces. Customers appreciate the robust health and vigorous growth upon arrival, confirming the high quality expected from the supplier. This unique combination of striking visual appeal and reliable performance makes the Coleus a highly valued purchase.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Chocolate Velveteen is specifically bred to maintain its deep, rich foliage color even when exposed to full sun, unlike many other Coleus varieties that may fade or bleach.
No, this variety has a late-flowering habit, meaning it directs its energy into leaf production rather than blooms. You won't need to perform regular pinching to maintain its appearance.
Absolutely. Its compact growth habit and striking foliage make it an excellent choice for containers, whether placed in a shaded patio area or a sunny spot.
Since this is an annual in most climates, you can bring your container indoors before the first frost to overwinter it. Alternatively, you can take tip cuttings in early fall to propagate new plants to start again in the spring.
You should space them 18 to 30 inches apart. This allows enough room for the plant to reach its mature height of 20 to 30 inches without overcrowding.
Coleus Talavera thrives best in soil that is kept evenly moist. Be sure to check the soil regularly, especially if the plant is in a container or a particularly sunny location.
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