ColorBlaze® 'Dark Star' Coleus

ColorBlaze® Dark Star is a coleus selected for deep purple foliage and grown for its strong leaf color rather than its flowers. Proven Winners lists the exact ColorBlaze selection and gives a height range of 12–24 inches; the breeder recommends it for beds and containers in sun or shade ([ColorBlaze growing sheet](https://www.provenwinners.com/sites/provenwinners.com/files/pdf/sell-sheets/ColorBlazeTipSheet-12.pdf)). ## Garden use Use Dark Star as a dark foliage contrast among lighter leaves or flowers, or as a bold container accent. North Carolina State Extension includes ColorBlaze Dark Star among coleus cultivars and describes its leaves as deep purple ([NCSU Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/coleus-scutellarioides/)). The cultivar adds color across the warm growing season. ## Growing conditions Place it in sun or shade and keep growing conditions warm. Coleus generally needs regular moisture, especially in pots; the Proven Winners growing sheet gives moderate to high water requirements and advises establishing plants in warm conditions. ## Maintenance Pinch or trim stems to shape the plant. Remove flower spikes when they appear if you want to maintain a foliage-focused display.