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Celosia cristata
Stock: Available
SKU Code: F-128-5g
Family: Amaranthaceae
Characteristics: Annual 30-40 cm
Seed per packet: Several hunderd
Seed per gram: Approx. 1300
Celosia cristata produces large unusual flower heads similar to a rooster’s comb hence the common name “cockscomb”
A mix of bright coloured flowers that are produced on sturdy compact plants with green foliage.
Adaptable to most well-drained garden soils in a sunny position, richer soils produce better blooms. Drought and frost sensitive. Thrives in hot weather.
Grow notes:
Tropical: Winter, Spring & Summer.
Temperate: Late Winter to Early Summer.
Cold: Spring Early Summer
Sow: 3mm deep.
Sow direct in warmer areas or grow in trays and transplant when large enough to handle, avoid excessive root disturbance.
Germination: 10-14 days.
Plant space: 20cm
Flowering: 12 weeks
Feed with a soluble fertiliser every two weeks for stronger plants.
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