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Coleus 'Wizard Sunset'

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Growing Information

HEIGHT: 12 - 18 inches

SPREAD: 10 - 14 inches

LIGHT: Partial Shade to Full Shade (tolerates morning sun)

WATER: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil

IN BLOOM: Colorful foliage from spring until frost

HARDINESS: Zones 2-11

TYPE: Annual

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Coleus scutellarioides 'Wizard Sunset'

Wizard Sunset Coleus is a striking ornamental foliage plant prized for its richly colored leaves in brilliant shades of copper, burgundy, bronze, rose, and deep green. Its bold, multicolored foliage provides season-long interest from spring until frost, making it an outstanding choice for containers, borders, mixed plantings, and shaded garden beds. Unlike flowering annuals that peak for only a short time, Wizard Sunset delivers continuous color throughout the growing season with very little maintenance.

Key Features

Vibrant multicolored foliage in shades of burgundy, copper, bronze, rose, and green
Season-long color from spring until frost
Excellent for containers, borders, and mixed plantings
Thrives in partial shade and morning sun
Easy to grow and low maintenance
Outstanding accent plant for adding bold foliage contrast
Performs well in both gardens and patio containers

Ideal Uses

Shade gardens
Containers
Patio planters
Borders and edging
Mixed annual beds
Cottage gardens
Accent plantings

Why I Grow It

I grow Wizard Sunset Coleus because few plants provide as much color without relying on flowers. Its rich blend of bronze, burgundy, copper, and rose-colored foliage creates beautiful contrast throughout the season and brightens shaded areas where many flowering plants struggle. I also appreciate how easy it is to grow and maintain—regular pinching quickly produces full, lush plants that remain attractive until frost. It's an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add lasting color and texture to containers, borders, and landscape plantings.

Care Tips:

Plant in partial shade for the richest foliage color, though morning sun is beneficial in cooler climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Pinch growing tips regularly to encourage a fuller, bushier plant.
Remove flower spikes as they appear to direct the plant's energy into producing vibrant foliage.
Fertilize every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer to maintain vigorous growth and colorful leaves.

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