Celosia Fresh Look Red & Yellow - Silver cock's comb

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Celosia Fresh Look Red & Yellow - Silver cock's comb

Celosia argentea var. plumosa Fresh look Red & Yellow
Silver Cock's Comb, Flamingo Feather, Wheat Celosia

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Cockscomb is an annual plant whose unusual and distinctive summer flowers in yellow, red, and orange do not go unnoticed in flowerbeds and pots. Easy to grow in rich and sunny soil.

Flower size

25 cm

Height at maturity

35 cm

Exposure

Sun

Annual / Perennial

Annual

Germination time (days)

21 days

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Sowing period March to May

JAN J

FEB F

MAR M

APR A

MAY M

JUN J

JUL J

AUG A

SEP S

OCT O

NOV N

DEC D

Flowering time July to September

JAN J

FEB F

MAR M

APR A

MAY M

JUN J

JUL J

AUG A

SEP S

OCT O

NOV N

DEC D

Description

The Fresh Look Red & Yellow Variegated Cockscomb, known by its Latin name Celosia argentea var. plumosa Fresh Look Red & Yellow, is an annual plant native to tropical regions.

Cockscomb stands out with its upright pyramidal cymes inflorescences measuring 10 to 25cm (4 to 10in), composed of small flowers that give the whole plant the appearance of a plume.

Its pale green foliage consists of lanceolate leaves measuring 10-15 cm (4-6in). The entire plant measures about 35 cm (14in).

Cockscomb can be used as a fresh or dried cut flower. Its vibrant colours are ideal for brightening up a dull bouquet.

The flowering period is from July to October without interruption. Planting should take place after the last frost (in May in most regions) as it freezes at 0°C (32°F). The soil should be enriched with compost or potting soil before planting. The preferred exposure for Cockscomb is full sun. The Fresh look Red & Yellow Variegated Cockscomb is used for creating flower beds, borders, or exotic flowering pots on the patio.

Flowering

Flower colour yellow

Flowering time July to September

Inflorescence Cyme

Flower size 25 cm

Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Flowering description Flowers in upright pyramidal cymes, measuring 10 to 25cm (4 to 10in), composed of small flowers, giving the whole a feathery appearance.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual

Foliage colour green

Foliage description Its pale green foliage is composed of lanceolate leaves measuring 10-15 cm (4-6in).

Plant habit

Height at maturity 35 cm

Spread at maturity 25 cm

Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Celosia

Species

argentea var. plumosa

Cultivar

Fresh look Red & Yellow

Family

Amarantaceae

Other common names

Silver Cock's Comb, Flamingo Feather, Wheat Celosia

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 758111

Planting and care

Sow Celosia from February to April in a seed tray. Use high-quality compost. Sow your seeds by broadcasting them. Cover the seeds by sprinkling compost on top or vermiculite, gently press down and water generously with a fine sprinkling. Place your seed tray in a well-lit area, without direct sunlight, at a temperature of 24°C to 27°C.

The seeds will germinate in 14 to 21 days. Once the plants reach a height of 5 cm (2in), transplant them into pots. 15 days before their final planting, gradually acclimatize them to a temperature of 15°C.

By the end of May or beginning of June, the temperature in the garden will be warm enough to plant your young plants. Choose a sunny location. Add a good scoop of compost to each planting hole. Space your plants 25 cm (10in) apart.