| Botanical Name: |
| Celosia argentea |
| Life Cycle: |
| annual |
| Planting Time: |
| spring |
| Height: |
| dwarf 6" to 12"; full-sized from 2' to 3' |
| Exposure: |
| full sun |
| Soil: |
| rich in organic nutrients; moist, well-drained soil |
| Hardiness: |
| n/a |
| Bloom Time: |
| summer through fall |
| Flower: |
| yellow, red and orange plumes |
| Foliage: |
| green |
| Propagation: |
| seeds |
| Suggested Use: |
| borders, cut flowers, large plantings and dried flowers |
| Growing Hints: |
| Celosia thrives in heat and humidity. Sow seeds directly outdoors in warmer zones. In cooler zones start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. Transplant seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart (tall varieties 12 to 15 inches apart) once you're sure the weather is going to stay warm. Advertisement |
| Interesting Facts: |
| Cockscomb gets its name from its "rooster-like" plumes. The tall varieties make extremely striking dried arrangements. |
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I used to grow very tall celosia but in recent years I could not find any seed. Someone online was gracious enough to send me some seed.
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I just bought 8 inch Celosia Intenz plant. I live on the east coast and my zone is too cold for it to survive the winter. Can I keep it indoors like a houseplant?
By LaVerne
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These very tall Celosia plants were grown from pass-along seeds from our mechanic's wife. I have never seen these in the nurseries.
