Celosia argentea var.cristata 'Kurume Corona'

Also Known As

Celosia cristata 'Corona'
Corona Celosia Kurume™
Coronada Cockscomb

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 30"-48"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

1-12

Celosia argentea var.cristata 'Kurume Corona' plant details

Celosia argentea var.cristata 'Kurume Corona' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celosia argentea var.cristata 'Kurume Corona'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 30 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celosia argentea var.cristata 'Kurume Corona'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Over-the-top colorful & spectacular, the floral industry does Celosias right. We’re excited to see this properly big & tall groovy “cockscomb” strut its stuff in our Summer gardens. Coral-like blooms are golden-yellow with crazy red breaks variable throughout. To 40” tall & branching to 1 or more feet wide, depending on the richness of your soil, this strain can make flower heads 6” across or more. Imagine the cut flower arrangements! Gadzooks! In color all Summer & Fall, Celosias love it hot & want a rich soil to grow to their biggest & brightest.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

This Japanese bred cockscomb has embroidered chenille flowers of soft yellow and cherry red, much in demand for cut flowers, fresh or dried. Outstanding in heat, it appreciates a fertile soil in sun and plenty of room to grow large heads of bloom.