Celosia Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Celosia Seeds grow annual flowering plants known for their vibrant colors and unique flower shapes, including crested and plume types. These warm season plants thrive in sunny gardens, borders, and containers, preferring well drained soil and moderate watering. They are commonly cultivated for ornamental use in landscaping and floral displays.

Features

• Annual flowering plant with vibrant blooms

• Produces crested and plume type flowers

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers

• Adapted to full sun conditions

• Performs well in well drained soils

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Celosia spp.

• Common Name (US): Cockscomb

• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental celosia variety

• Growth Habit: Annual flowering plant

• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)

• Planting Season: Spring after last frost

• Growing Season: Late spring through fall

• Sowing Season: March–June depending on region

• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 70–75°F in moist soil

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture

• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 inches height; 10–18 inches spread

• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches apart