Coleus
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Estimated Delivery:Sep 17 - Sep 21
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Free delivery in Dubai over AED 99 · UAE-wide over AED 200
Coleus
Buy the Coleus (Coleus scutellarioides) in Dubai & UAE — a dazzling foliage plant grown for its richly coloured, patterned leaves in shades of red, pink, lime, burgundy and gold, bringing non-stop colour to shady beds, borders and containers without relying on flowers. Discover more in our outdoor plants collection.
Why Grow Coleus in the UAE
Coleus is the perfect colour-filler for shaded and semi-shaded spots in UAE gardens, where its vivid leaf patterns shine all season. Quick-growing and easy to maintain, it thrives in pots, hanging baskets and beds, and is grown purely for its spectacular foliage rather than its modest flower spikes.
Key Benefits
- Striking multi-coloured, patterned foliage all season long
- Brings vivid colour to shady spots without needing flowers
- Fast-growing and easy to care for
- Excellent for containers, hanging baskets, beds and borders
- Wide range of leaf colours and forms to mix and match
Care Tips for the UAE
- Sunlight: Partial shade to filtered light keeps leaf colours vivid; protect from harsh midday sun.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid letting it dry out.
- Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
- Feeding: Feed regularly with a balanced fertiliser for lush growth.
- Grooming: Pinch out flower spikes and growing tips to keep plants bushy and leafy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Coleus need sun or shade? It does best in partial shade or filtered light in the UAE, which keeps its leaf colours rich and prevents scorching.
Should I remove the flowers? Yes — pinching off flower spikes keeps the plant bushy and focuses energy on its colourful foliage.
Can it be grown in pots? Absolutely — it is ideal for containers, window boxes and hanging baskets.
Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 99 in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.
🪴 Plant Care Guide
🚚 Shipping Information
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days.
Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman & Umm Al Quwain: delivered within 1–2 working days. Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah & Fujairah: delivered on our scheduled van runs.
Free delivery in Dubai on orders over AED 99, and UAE-wide on orders over AED 200.
We work with trusted delivery partners to ensure safe and timely shipping.
🔄 Returns, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
Please check your plants when they arrive — returns are accepted at the time of delivery with the delivery agent.
Items must be in their original packaging. If a plant has been repotted or the original packaging is missing, a refund will not be possible.
Approved refunds are processed within 10 working days.
