Celosia argentea var. cristata

Also Known As

Brain Celosia
Chinese Woolflower
Red Cockscomb

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

11-12

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Celosia argentea var. cristata plant details

Celosia argentea var. cristata is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celosia argentea var. cristata

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, self-sowing, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celosia argentea var. cristata

USDA Zones: 11 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This conversation piece is an heirloom annual that produces up to 6" wide, wavy, long-lasting, deep crimson 'cockscomb' flower heads throughout the summer on an upright to spreading plant that can reach 30-36" high. Cockscomb is an easily grown, sun loving annual that may reseed under good conditions. Provide with a well-drained moderately fertile soil for the best results. Collect the shiny black seeds to replant next spring or allow the seed to fall on an undisturbed exposed soil for natural reseeding to occur. The flower heads of the crested Cockscombs make exceptionally long lasting fresh or dried cut flowers that retain their color in dried arrangements and potpourri.