Plant Name:
Celosia, Scarlet Plume
Latin Name:
Celosia argentea var. plumosa
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Bloom: 90
Plant Height: 2 - 3 Feet
Bloom Diameter: 1 - 2 Inches
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 3-12
Lifespan: Annual, Perennial Zones 10-12
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
GMO: No
Pollination:
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Seeds Packed For*: 2024
*Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep and rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots.
Planting:
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost in well-draining containers in >60F area. Keep moist. Transplant when plants are <4" and ground is >60F. Or, sow outdoors in moist, fertile, well-draining soil in full sun when soil is >70F. Drought-tolerant once established.
Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
Spacing:
10 inches