Celosia ‘Coral Reef’
Celosia argentea cristata
Description
This fun introduction from our breeding program is filled with the most unique coral-like blooms in shades of orange, salmon, peach, and raspberry that look like they belong in the sea. Towering plants have a branching habit and will churn out buckets of large velvety flower heads for the better part of summer.
Details
Height: 36 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 110 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
Details
Description
This fun introduction from our breeding program is filled with the most unique coral-like blooms in shades of orange, salmon, peach, and raspberry that look like they belong in the sea. Towering plants have a branching habit and will churn out buckets of large velvety flower heads for the better part of summer.
Details
Height: 36 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 110 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
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How to Grow
How to Grow

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