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
Plant type: annual
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
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
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
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
Plant type: annual
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
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
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
Fall
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