Celosia ‘Rainbow Sherbet Mix’
Celosia argentea plumosa
Description
While this exquisite celosia from our breeding program is on the shorter side, what it lacks in height it makes up for in color. Thick plumes are the shape of Romanesco broccoli in a range of sherbet tones, including smoky raspberry, gold, apricot, and peach. The blooms have an iridescent quality and remind us of crushed velvet.
Details
Plant type: annual
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 6 to 8 in tall
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 6 to 8 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Harvest once flower heads reach desired size, but before they go to seed. Strip 80 percent of the foliage off during harvest. Do not put into the cooler. Expect a vase life of 10 to 14 days. Flowers can also be dried for later use. To dry, hang freshly cut stems upside down in a warm, dark place for 2 to 3 weeks or until they are firm to the touch.
Details
Description
While this exquisite celosia from our breeding program is on the shorter side, what it lacks in height it makes up for in color. Thick plumes are the shape of Romanesco broccoli in a range of sherbet tones, including smoky raspberry, gold, apricot, and peach. The blooms have an iridescent quality and remind us of crushed velvet.
Details
Plant type: annual
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 6 to 8 in tall
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 6 to 8 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Harvest once flower heads reach desired size, but before they go to seed. Strip 80 percent of the foliage off during harvest. Do not put into the cooler. Expect a vase life of 10 to 14 days. Flowers can also be dried for later use. To dry, hang freshly cut stems upside down in a warm, dark place for 2 to 3 weeks or until they are firm to the touch.
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How to Grow
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How to Grow
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