Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'

Solenostemon scutellarioides

How to grow Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'

  • Partial Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water often. Chocolate Mint is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date.

Growing Chocolate Mint from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.0 inches (0.01 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between Coleus plants. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 65°C / 149°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Chocolate Mint about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Chocolate Mint

Chocolate Mint is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Chocolate Mint

Other Names for Coleus 'Chocolate Mint'

coleous