CELOSIA - Kurume Orange Red

Celosia plumosa Syn. Celosia argentea

The Kurume orange-red series of plants can stand up against heat, drought and diseases - making them ideal for cut flowers during summertime. They also come in bright red with large combs. Furthermore, they reach a height between 70-120 cm.

Sow direct or raise seedlings in spring and summer at 4mm deep, 30cm apart. Emerge in 7-14 days at 21-28°C. Maturity in 100 days. Needs part or full sun. Frost tender annual.