How to Grow Coleus from Seed

Step by step easy to follow instructions showing you how to grow Coleus Plants from seed.

[@sgoweb]

This was a such a relaxed and thorough guide. Thank you.

[@Bropann]

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[@LearnHow2]

Hello Bropann. Thank you for your kind comments and your appreciation. It is good to know that all the effort that goes into making these videos is helpful to people. Thank you for your subscription and please stay safe.

[@lw4082]

Great video. Very informative yet kept simple enough. Can't wait to see the results.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Luke.Thank you!

[@jeffreyoneill2625]

Those seedlings are way to small to transplant

[@avenuesigns9288]

Thank you! Simple and straight forward with all the information I was looking for.

[@LearnHow2]

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[@paulriggall8370]

The little grunts and groans are great! Thanks for this concise information. Exactly what I needed! 🤜🏻🌿 I love plants and I’ve been taken by them a bit recently, but there’s something about coleus that really twists me out - I love em!

[@LearnHow2]

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[@wendyd5072]

thank you for the video! really informative and easy to understand, excited to grow my own!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Wendy that is so nice of you. Good luck with your growing!

[@bluemoon5630]

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[@LearnHow2]

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[@catherinemccabe3540]

Super! So straight forward and to the point..loved it. Thank you.

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[@indirahaldipur9818]

Really appreciate that you answer every query.Most people who post vidoes don't bother to do so.

[@LearnHow2]

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[@bowerygirl]

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[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your kind comments and subscription. Good luck with your growing and Keep safe.

[@piyumik9841]

best video i found so far!!! just perfect!!!

[@LearnHow2]

Wow, thanks! Keep safe.

[@georgeaguirre9426]

Very nice. You make it look so easy, I am impressed with this method. Thank you.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi George. Thanks for your comment.

[@penelopehammerton2907]

Thank you. Informative and well explained.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suebang4219]

Thank you for an informative video, this will help my garden project.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Sue. Thank you for your appreciation, good luck with your project and keep safe.

[@christinemcgrew8766]

Great video very concise and helpful.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Christine. Much appreciated!

[@Zincink]

I grow gigantic coleus. Last year I purchased a four pack but their sizing seemed stunted so this year it’s seed for me. I always enjoy your videos they are education and precise. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your appreciation and kind comments. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@Timetravel1111]

What are your tips please ZINCNik?? It’s always about the soil- the type of earth ELEMENT mixture to use!!

[@tonyduffy851]

Excellent demonstration, and very well explained.

[@LearnHow2]

Many thanks Margaret! Keep safe.

[@jaybatemen4497]

Excellent to the point video,

[@a2theb46]

Thank you for the video it was very helpful

[@LearnHow2]

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[@idkwntc4302]

What a helpful video! Thanks

[@LearnHow2]

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[@aarflowers9066]

Thanks for your video.. This is I waiting for..waiting for your next video.

[@LearnHow2]

You are welcome. This years videos are underway. Waiting for tyhe plants to grow! Keep safe.

[@dustyacres]

Yes, thanks for the very informative video🌻

[@LearnHow2]

You are very wlecome.

[@ekkeu6204]

So I planted like 8-9 seeds in a plastic bottle and made holes, but I put the seed under the dirt, will they still grow or should I put more seeds on top

[@genas.shari-mariyahrm.4686]

WELL DETAILED AND COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE. *****

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you!

[@KadenceX]

Thank you I was struggling to grow these

[@LearnHow2]

Have you been able to grow some now?

[@KadenceX]

@@LearnHow2 yep, I tried to grow them in the spring but they wouldn't germinate, but I tried this method in summer and viola!

[@cikgujoyce]

I enjoy watching your coleus growing plant. Feel want to make my coleus video too...

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your appreciation. Good luck with your growing!

[@vernonosier6610]

excellent information.thank you.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Vernon.Thank you for your appreciation.

[@maryblock1775]

Very clear instructions.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad you think so!

[@Hemantcharya]

Hi from India! Succinct and cut to the chase. Fantastic explainer. Looking forward to more. Thank you. :) (Friendly feedback: It will be superb if you could try overlaying time e.g. two weeks, four weeks and so on, in your forthcoming gardening HowTos)

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you Hermant. Your comments are noted. Keep safe.

[@panchofrancisco7029]

Very good information, thank you very much :}

[@LearnHow2]

So nice of you to say so! Keep safe.

[@PuscasElvira-yw4mk]

Super! Merci!

[@elizabethclarke2005]

Wow many thanks

[@LearnHow2]

You are very welcome Elizabeth. Keep safe.

[@carlosbarragan6630]

Will they grown next year again ?

[@khaledmohammed6292]

Thank you very much😘😍

[@LearnHow2]

You're welcome 😊

[@khaledmohammed6292]

@@LearnHow2 😍😍😘😘

[@carolhall2938]

An informative and helpful video thank you. I know Coleus are treated as annuals in the UK. If flowers are allowed to seed will the seeds germinate?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Carol. Thank you for your appreciation. I believe that you can save the seeds and germinate them next year but I have never done it. Keep safe.

[@MOJUSA]

Nice sharing

[@LearnHow2]

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[@leeabraham2008]

How long does it take to grow

[@rupashukla5916]

Great video Bro but I have a couple of queries 1. Frequency of watering after initially placing the seeds to sprout. 2. Is transplanting a must? 3. To be kept in shade or sunlight during above 2 steps? Looking forward to your reply...

[@genomic_]

Thank you for the wonderful video, very limpid! Could you please tell me how long it takes for the seedlings to mature post transplanting?

[@LearnHow2]

Thankyou for your kind comments. It took about 8 weeks to mature. Keep safe.

[@genomic_]

@@LearnHow2 Awesome, thanks a bunch! 🙂

[@LGGGlove]

Very informative

[@LearnHow2]

Glad you liked it! Keep safe.

[@krehbein]

Well done video, to the point. At 4:23, how old are they at this point?

[@LearnHow2]

They are about 7 weeks at this point but depends on your climate as to how fast they grow. Our climate in the UK is relatively cool.

[@mereplants3449]

Nice

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks! Keep safe.

[@shahilagh]

I m in step 4. How long did it take to reach to where you planted them outside?

[@LearnHow2]

they were planted out after about 10 weeks.

[@finallythere100]

I am not clear about light requirements. I read that comleus need light to germinate, unlike others, but what after that, as they are shade plants? THANK YOU!

[@LearnHow2]

I grew mine in full sun but they prefer morning sun and afternoon shade. You are right - the seeds need light to germinate. Keep safe.

[@jacobbarrett8834]

I have a question after they have had their 4 leaves on I put them out side and water them a lot but they dried out should I buy new soil?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jacob. There can be several reasons for drying out. Soil type, under watering, too much heat or sun. What are they getting a the moment (temperature, water, sunlight)? Keep safe.

[@AdnanMugal99]

nice

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for the appreciation.

[@jbearmcdougall1646]

I'm only 1 week into the growing season.. but will seed more tomorrow.! Can they be cared for over winter.! ? In a greenhouse and would they survive ? Or are they a single season plant only.? I've managed to keep germaniums over winter and have flowers in very early spring.. j

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jeff they can be kept overwinter but must be above 15 degC or else they will get fungal problems and rot.

[@Zenkitty26]

Do you grow yours on heat mats or do you have a heated greenhouse?

[@LearnHow2]

I dont use heat mats but start the seeds off indoors on a south facing window cill. I then transfer them to my unheated greenhouse when the weather warms up a bit (usually April here in the UK).

[@jacobbarrett8834]

Also what’s the best type of soil for transplanting

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jacob. If you are planting in pots then use general purpose compost. If you are planting outside they do best in a position in partial shade, well drained soil that is only very slightly alkaline (pH just over 7).

[@justotorres5860]

At what time during germination do you uncover (plastic covering) the nursery? Do you uncover as soon as sprouts start to show or when most of the seeds sprout?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Justo. I take the plastic off when more than half the seeds have germinated. Keep safe.

[@justotorres5860]

@@LearnHow2 Thank you! Right now they are just sprouting, some with the seed shell still on top of them. I will wait for a few more days. Thanks again and stay safe too!

[@magicshopmumma2042]

Can you use seed starting mix or you have to use Compost?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Dale. You can use a seed starting mix. Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@bellsibub9951]

Hi, what sort of compost do you use please? Also is clay soil a good type of soil for these?

[@LearnHow2]

I use general purpose potting compost. My soil is clay soil and the plants grew fine. Keep safe.

[@TonyaA7]

I covered my seeds . No wonder it took a lik while to come up . How many weeks did it take for them to get big enough to plant outside?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Tonya. It took about 8 weeks. Keep safe.

[@241hnd]

Will they come back in the spring if left outside for the winter?

[@LearnHow2]

They will not survive frosts but will be ok in warmer climates.

[@jacobbarrett4739]

How often should you water coleus when it’s just sprouting and you take the lid off? And should you just water it after it has 2nd set of leaves and you transplant for the second time?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jacob. After the lid is taken off just water enough to keep the soil moist but not soaking wet otherwise the roots will drown and rot. Yes water before the second transplant. Keep safe.

[@Pauliepoika]

Do you have to water the seeds when they are in the tray with the lid?

[@LearnHow2]

Only if it looks as if they are starting to dry out - the lid should help retain most of the moisture. Keep safe.

[@anthonetteallam432]

It is should directly put in sunlight? And should be covered with plastic cover ?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Anthonette. The seeds should not be in direct sunlight but should be covered with plastic until they germinate. When big enough to plant outside mine were in direct sunlight.

[@omarakram2559]

Thanks for video but at 1:59, what is this strip, and what is the use.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Omar. It is a plant label. I plant so many things that if I did not label them all then they would get mixed up.

[@omarakram2559]

@@LearnHow2 thanks bro

[@geofflukins8913]

Can I leave them out over winter or will they need to be lifted. Thanks.

[@LearnHow2]

From what I have read (and not from experience) you need to dig them up, pot them and bring them indoors if you want to keep them over winter.

[@paulgregory9315]

Yes dig them up they need pretty warm conditions you can also take cuttings in spring

[@prabhakarpanyam2386]

How long did it take from planting seeds to transfer to soil..

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Prabhakar. It took about 8 weeks but it depends on your climate. Keep safe.

[@xxxy6334]

2 questions: why transplant them into another tray after 2 weeks. Couldn’t you just space them out in the same tray? And (2) I’ve never seen that type of add-on nozzle on your watering can. From where can I order that end attachment? I’m in Canada. Thx.

[@LearnHow2]

1) The plants were in the small tray at least 4 weeks. I grow a large number of plants and find it easier to manage germination in small trays in a spare room in my home as the greenhouse is too cold early spring. I transplant to pots and bigger trays when they are ready for the greenhouse. 2) I only could find the add on nozzle in the uk here - www.littlefieldsfarm.com/haws-medium-fine-spray-plastic-rose-f5-10-oval?adGroupId=60998325070&device=c&gclid=CjwKCAiA4rGCBhAQEiwAelVti6kz0oeAcZkX3sKIIhRkCG67yxofByaYqnu47GVsawYhcJWmq4ptFxoCJRUQAvD_BwE

[@xxxy6334]

@@LearnHow2 appreciate the quick reply. I will track down that nozzle. It’s very useful. Thx!

[@carlosbarragan6630]

Thank you for the video .. will the plants grow next year again .?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Carlos. They wont survive cold but if you bring them indoors over winter then they will grow again next year. Keep safe.

[@carlosbarragan6630]

@@LearnHow2 thank you !

[@aishafarooq3019]

Did u water them while germinating?

[@LearnHow2]

Keep the seeds moist. However dont let them get over wet otherwise the seeds may rot.

[@zakeyastlouis4475]

How long did it take for them to get color?

[@LearnHow2]

As soon as the leaves appeared they were colored. Keep safe.

[@raeraesvu]

How long did it take from seed to transplant?

[@LearnHow2]

Seed sown in early March. Transplant mid May so about 10 weeks. Keep safe.

[@desertliving_30]

What kind of atmosphere should for coleus

[@LearnHow2]

I grew mine in full sun and watered regularly. You may need fertilizer if your soil is poor.

[@desertliving_30]

@@LearnHow2 ohk thank you

[@latifeh4453]

How often should I water them???

[@LearnHow2]

Water when the soil starts to look dry. Keep safe.

[@samuelfarmon5896]

Do you use grow light? Thank you.

[@LearnHow2]

No. I just used daylight.

[@Timetravel1111]

It’s always about the soil- the type of earth ELEMENT mixture to use!! Compost?? 🐄 any kind?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jody. Any general purpose or seed compost will be ok. Keep safe.

[@bkumar2386]

Compost no soil?? Can we not grow in soil?

[@LearnHow2]

You can use soil but compost has more nutrients. You may need to add fertilizer to soil.

[@maryhearty197]

when the seeds germinate is it need to be in full sunlight or in shaded area??

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Mary. Keep them in semi shade until they have a few sets of leafs otherwise the sun will scorch the tiny seedlings. Keep safe.

[@maryhearty197]

@@LearnHow2 ok thank you

[@behzadkazemi7548]

hello please can you tell me which flowers with many color is suitable for balcony best regards

[@LearnHow2]

It depends on how much sun your balcony gets. Personally I would choose a mixture of Geraniums. Keep safe.

[@behzadkazemi7548]

@@LearnHow2 hello thanks for your reply it gets a lot so much sun from sunrise to sunset best regards

[@behzadkazemi7548]

@@LearnHow2 bell vine is okay What do you mean

[@anjanrahi3787]

I think u r in uk I also live here I wanna grow coleus from seed I wanna just ask pls could you help me in which month I grow it easily thanks

[@LearnHow2]

I started them in April indoors then moved them to my greenhouse after the seeds germinated.

[@anjanrahi3787]

Many many thanks 🙏

[@anjanrahi3787]

Can I grow seeds inside?

[@LearnHow2]

Yes. Make sure they are kept warm and waterd.

[@elsiemarina2572]

As soon as I put any coleous in the ground the insects or slugs eat some of it. I just keep mine indoors or outside in pots.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Elsie. I try to grow mine indoor until the plant gets quite large - slugs like tender parts of plants and they dont tend to attack larger plants so much. Keep safe.

[@vickiedeshazer2352]

sun or shade?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Vickie. Mine were in full sun.

[@patriciacosby1534]

When do you start planting from seeds?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Patricia. I start mine indoors just before spring (Mid February here in the uk). Keep safe.

[@jasonblevins9327]

They can grow in full sun like that?

[@jaycececil]

Jason Blevins There are actually quite a lot of newer varieties that do really well in super sunny conditions!

[@LearnHow2]

The plants shown in the video were grown in full sun all day.

[@jasonblevins9327]

@@LearnHow2 Wow I will have to test mine in a bit more of sun and see how they do. When it stops raining that is.

[@Zenkitty26]

Most coleus seeds are from India and thrive in bright sun and warm temperatures. Consistent watering is the key. I have a homemade drip system throughout my beds so I just water every 2-4 days depending on the temperature. This works for all my plants, flowers and vegetables.

[@jasonblevins9327]

@@Zenkitty26 Wow I had no idea, I always kept mine in the shade. I will try mine in the sun today. I have a whole bunch of babies so I will probably do 1/2 and 1/2 and see how they do.

[@danielia5219]

where to buy coleus seeds?

[@LearnHow2]

I bought them at a local garden store. Have you looked online?

[@vilove17]

You didn't mention what kind of compost you used. Please give me the answer as I am going to germinate Coleus seeds very shortly. Thanks from Kolkata, India.🙏

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Prakash. I used general purpose potting compost. Keep safe.

[@anthonylewis62]

i use small peet pots , so i do not have to transplant, easy peesy

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Anthony. Thanks for the tip!

[@shahilagh]

Why can’t I find a place that they sell

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Shahilagh. Nowhere on line that sells them? Keep safe.

[@shahilagh]

@@LearnHow2 I live in the uk ... and I cant find them in any store.......

[@LearnHow2]

@@shahilagh I got mine from Wilko but they may not have them in stock until the New Year.

[@shahilagh]

LearnHow2 thanks so much for clear guidance

[@ser426]

@@shahilagh I'm wondering this as well. I don't have access to a garden

[@WitchyBlueMoonlight]

mine always germinate in 3 days, it's like clockwork!

[@LearnHow2]

That is great to hear!

[@ImSpun13]

Two questions for you sir… 1) On my package of seeds it says to pinch to promote branching. When should I start and how often should I do this? 2) If I let it flower, can I get seeds from the flowers for the following year?

[@LearnHow2]

1) I would start by pinching out the middle growing tip when the plant is about 2 or 3 inches tall 2) Yes you can save the seeds.

[@ImSpun13]

@@LearnHow2 Thank you…you’re the best mate! Best gardening tips ever. A true wealth of knowledge.

[@Ohsnapski]

Soil blocks...way better results brotha

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Jay. Thanks for your tip. Keep safe.

[@seemapatil7009]

Nice

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks Nishant.