Leaf color and pattern matter more than any flower in a shade bed, and Coleus Proving Winners delivers bold foliage in combinations you won't find everywhere. These quarters come ready to fill gaps fast or anchor a container while other plants catch up.

Full to part shade, ordinary soil, regular water—they're forgiving enough for beginners and vigorous enough to hold their own through July heat. Pinch the tips early if you want bushier plants, or let them stretch into the back row.