Celosia
$2.49
Add a touch of whimsy and drama to your garden with Celosia! Also known as cockscomb, these heat and drought-tolerant annuals boast striking, feathery plumes or brain-like crests in vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, and cream. Ideal for borders or containers, Celosia thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Enjoy a vivid burst of color throughout summer and enhance blooming by deadheading spent flowers. Celosia’s unique blooms not only add pizzazz to your landscape but also retain their beauty indoors, making them ideal for everlasting arrangements.
How to Care for Celosia
Sunlight: Celosia thrives in full sun. They require at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering.
Soil: Plant celosia in well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. A pH of 6.0-6.5 is ideal.
Water: Celosia requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. However, avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Aim to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Fertilizer: Fertilize celosia every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowering.
Deadheading: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding.
Pests and Diseases: Celosia can be susceptible to pests like aphids, spider mites, and powdery mildew. Monitor your plants regularly and take action to control infestations.
Winter Hardiness: Celosia is typically a tender annual and requires protection from frost. In colder climates, it is often grown as an annual.
Items For Added Success
Species: spp.
Plant Height: 12-36 in.
Spread: 12-24 in.
Evergreen: No
Plant Form: Upright
Summer Foliage Color: Varied
Minimum Sunlight: Full Sun
Maximum Sunlight: Full Sun
Celosia mesmerizes with its unique and eye-catching blooms unlike any other flower. From feather plumes resembling flames to fascinating, brain-like crests, these blooms come in a vivid array of colors. Showcasing fiery reds, oranges, sunny yellows, soft pinks, and creamy whites, to add drama and whimsy to every garden. Whether in borders or containers, Celosia’s bold and unique blooms are sure to steal the spotlight.
Celosia isn’t just eye-catching, it’s a landscaping powerhouse! These heat and drought-tolerant annuals thrive in full sun, ideal for summer gardens. Their vivid, long-lasting blooms in fiery reds, oranges, and yellows bring bursts of color that complement late-blooming perennials. With options from compact edging plants to taller focal points, Celosia offers versatility for borders, beds, or containers.
Celosia will grow up to 36 inches in height with a 12 inch spread. The flowers will bloom up to 36 inches. Celosia, once established, is low maintenance and only requires occasional watering. With full sun, Celosia will thrive in Texas weather. This plant works best with rich, well-drained soil with moderate water.