2000 Plumed Celosia Crested Cockscomb Seeds for 2025 Garden Flowers

Plumed Celosia, also known as Crested Cockscomb, is a striking annual flower prized for its unique, velvety plumes that resemble a rooster's comb. These vibrant blooms add bold texture and color to garden beds, borders, and containers, and they are excellent for fresh or dried floral arrangements. With 2000 seeds, you have plenty to create a stunning display or share with fellow gardeners.

Easy to grow from seed, Plumed Celosia thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, blooming from summer until frost. The plants are heat-tolerant and relatively low-maintenance, making them a favorite for both beginner and experienced gardeners. The unusual flower heads attract pollinators and provide long-lasting interest in the landscape.

Plant Features

• Distinctive crested, plume-like flower heads in vibrant colors
• Excellent for cutting and drying
• Heat-tolerant and easy to grow
• Blooms from summer to frost
• Attracts pollinators

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Celosia argentea (Plumosa Group)
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Mature Height: 12-36 inches (varies by variety)
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds on surface, lightly press into soil; keep warm (70-80°F) and moist
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Plumed Celosia seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover deeply, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist and warm until germination occurs, which typically takes 10-21 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, but avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly if needed. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Plumed Celosia is generally pest-free and deer-resistant.

What's Included

2000 Plumed Celosia Crested Cockscomb seeds.