Celosia 'Flamingo Feather'
Celosia argentea spicata
A sparkly celosia in a pastel pink, silvery rose color palette. I can never have enough of this color for blushy wedding palettes! Easy to grow, celosia is a prized cut flower known for its long vase life, unique texture, and stunning colors. Whether fresh or dried, its beauty and versatility make it an essential choice for cut flower growers. Pinching recommended at seedling stage, when about 6" in height.
Packet contains approximately 75 seeds.
DETAILS
Plant type: Hardy annual
Days to maturity: 90–95 days
Light preference: Full sun
Plant spacing: 6–12 inches
Plant height: 24–36 inches
Hybrid status: Open pollinated
SOWING
Depth: Surface sow (light required for germination)
Days to germination: 8–14 days at 70–80°F
How to Grow
Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting out. Surface sow as light aides germination, but a fine dusting of vermiculite helps with moisture. Transplant out after danger of frost. Pinching is recommended to encourage branching. Low temperatures and less than 12 hours of light can cause premature flowering.
Harvest & Vase Life
Fresh: Harvest crested celosia once reached desired size, but before going to seed. Harvest plume and wheat types when more than 1/2 of flowers are open or fully open but before going to seed. Dried: Harvest when fully developed and remove all leaves.
Expected vase life: 7 to 14 days.
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