Celosia - Celosia argentea spicata 'Flamingo Feather'
Details :
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: From March
Sowing outdoors: From May
Germination time: 7-21 days at 20-25°C
Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
Height: 60-80 cm
Planting distance: 30-40 cm
Flower size: 5-10 cm
Flowering time: June to October
Soil: Permeable soil
Fertilization: Low with compost
Location: Sunny
Water consumption: Medium
Growing tips :
The celosia is very sensitive to frost and should not be planted in the garden until after the Ice Saints in mid-May. Keep the seeds moist, especially during propagation; later, however, it can tolerate dry periods well. Regularly remove wilted flower heads to allow more flowers to grow.
Use :
cut flower
dried flower
Insect-friendly
Container planting possible
Bag contents :
approx. 100 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.