A medium-sized, 6 to 8-inch plant with large combs of brilliant colors ranging from light yellow to vibrant fuchsia. The size of the combs varied from 4 inches to almost 8 inches across. These can be used for fresh arrangements or dried. It’s like adding a velvet ribbon when used dry on an evergreen wreath.

50 seeds

PLANTING

Celosia argenteacristata

Annual

Germination:15-21 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature for germination. Transplant 6-12 apart after the last frost.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sowing outdoors after the last frost, only in areas with a long growing season. Sow a few seeds every 4-6, thin to 10-12 apart

Growth Habit:Upright, branching

Height and Width:8-10 x 6-10

Spacing:6-12 apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:90-100 days

Uses: Cut flowers- fresh or dried, flower beds, cottage gardens, containers and planters,attracts pollinators

Care:Amend soil with compost before transplanting. Apply a liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks or use a time-release fertilizer at planting time for strong long-lasting growth. Drying flowers- Remove foliage and hang fresh-cut flowersupside down in a dark room with good airflow.