Coleus Kong Mosaic Seed
Best foliage choice for gardeners seeking dramatic, low-maintenance container displays.
Transform your garden with Coleus Kong Mosaic Seed, renowned for its exceptionally large leaves and a vigorous, well-branched habit that creates a full, striking display. This variety is perfect for both container gardens and bedding designs, thriving in pots 4 inches or larger. Its vibrant foliage features a captivating mix of bright green, red, and cream. Each pack contains 100 pelleted, untreated seeds, designed for easier planting and a successful start to your gardening endeavors.
$29.72
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
78
/ 1801
#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
+58%
Above average
Form
PELLETED
/ PELLETED
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking an immediate, high-impact visual statement
- Designers looking for intricate, multi-colored foliage patterns
- Homeowners needing vibrant color for deep shade areas
Who should skip it
- Gardeners lacking specialized germination equipment like heat mats
- Busy growers wanting a low-maintenance, hands-off plant
- Residents in regions with early autumn frost
Performance breakdown
Foliage Impact
Extra-large leaves provide an immediate, high-drama visual statement.
Planting Ease
Pelleted seeds simplify handling for precise, frustration-free sowing.
Growth Habit
Vigorous branching ensures a full, lush display without extra effort.
Germination Reliability
Requires consistent warmth to hit the expected ten-to-twenty day window.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to both container arrangements and traditional garden beds.
Seed Quality
Untreated, professional-grade seeds offer a clean start for home gardeners.
Key Specs
Form
PELLETED
Style
UNTREATED
Quantity
100 seeds
Soil Temperature
70-75°F for germination
Germination Days
10-20 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
70-75°F
Plant Spread
15-18"
Plant Height
18-20"
Features
- Extra huge leaves for maximum impact
- Well-branched habit creates fullness
- Vibrant green, red, and cream coloring
- Ideal for containers and bedding
- Pelleted seeds for easier handling
- Untreated seed quality
- Ready to ship
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Coleus Kong Mosaic Seed for its exceptional quality and stunning visual impact. A key highlight is the reliable, high germination rate, ensuring successful starts for gardeners. The resulting plants are consistently robust, living up to the 'Kong' reputation for impressive size. Reviewers are particularly delighted by the unique 'Mosaic' coloration, noting the complex variegation provides a high impact display that significantly elevates garden aesthetics. Despite a slightly higher initial cost, the superior performance and unique beauty lead most buyers to feel the seeds offer strong value. This premium variety is highly recommended for gardeners seeking reliable, spectacular shade plantings.
Know before you buy
Pelleted seeds are coated in a clay-based material to make them larger and more uniform in shape. This makes them much easier to handle and space out accurately during the planting process.
No, these are untreated seeds. They have not been coated with fungicides or other chemical treatments, making them a suitable choice for organic-minded gardeners.
For the best results, maintain a consistent soil temperature between 70-75°F. You can expect germination to occur within 10 to 20 days under these conditions.
These are excellent for both applications. They thrive in containers that are at least 4 inches in diameter and work equally well as bedding plants in garden landscapes.
Since these plants reach a spread of 15 to 18 inches, you should space them accordingly to allow for their vigorous, well-branched growth habit.
Yes, they prefer to grow in temperatures between 70-75°F. They are tropical plants, so they will perform best in warm environments.
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