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Celosia Plumosa Mixed - 5" Pot

Celosia Plumosa Mixed - 5" Pot

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  • Bold feathery plumes
  • Loves heat and humidity
  • Great cut and dried flower
  • Fast and easy from seed
  • Vivid long-lasting colour
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Celosia plumosa, the plumed cockscomb, is a striking warm-season annual topped with soft, feathery, flame-shaped plumes in brilliant red, orange, yellow, pink and magenta. Upright and bold, it brings dramatic vertical colour to summer and monsoon gardens when heat-loving flowers are most welcome. Excellent in beds, borders, pots and as a long-lasting cut and dried flower, celosia thrives in full sun and warm, humid conditions. Fast-growing and easy from seed, its vivid plumes hold colour for weeks, making it a favourite for festive displays and bold seasonal planting across India.

Specifications

Family Amaranthaceae
Native region Tropical Africa and Asia
Mature height 30-90 cm
Mature spread 20-40 cm
Growth rate Fast
Foliage Oval to lance-shaped green leaves
Flower colour Red, orange, yellow, pink, magenta
Flower season Summer to monsoon (Mar-Oct)
Climate zone Warm-season annual

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun
Watering Moderate; keep evenly moist, not soggy
Soil / mix Fertile, well-drained soil
Temperature Warm, 22-35 C
Humidity Tolerates heat and humidity
Fertilizer Balanced feed every 2-3 weeks
Pruning Pinch young; remove faded plumes
Repotting Annual; transplant seedlings once
Propagation Seed
Pests & problems Aphids, spider mites, leaf spot
Toxicity / safety Non-toxic to pets and humans
Difficulty Easy

Uses

Adds bold vertical colour to summer beds, borders and pots, and works beautifully as a fresh or dried cut flower. A favourite for festive seasonal displays.

Growing tips

Sow from February into the monsoon in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun; keep evenly moist and pinch young plants for bushier growth with more plumes.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water celosia?
Keep the soil evenly moist, watering when the surface starts to dry. Avoid waterlogging, which causes stem and root rot.
How much sun does celosia need?
Celosia needs full sun for the brightest plumes and sturdy upright growth, ideally five to six hours daily.
Is celosia safe for pets?
Celosia is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe ornamental for pet-friendly homes and gardens.
Does celosia need repotting?
As a warm-season annual it needs no repotting; just transplant seedlings once into the final pot or bed.
How do I propagate celosia?
Grow celosia from seed sown on warm, moist soil. Seed is fine, so press it lightly onto the surface and keep it humid.
Can I dry celosia plumes?
Yes, the plumes dry beautifully. Cut them when fully coloured and hang upside down in a dry, airy place.
When does celosia bloom in India?
It blooms through the warm summer and monsoon months, roughly March to October, thriving in heat and humidity.
Can celosia grow in pots?
Yes, dwarf and medium varieties grow very well in pots in a sunny spot with regular watering and feeding.
Is celosia toxic?
No, celosia is not toxic to people or pets; the young leaves are even eaten as a leafy vegetable in some regions.
What fertilizer is best for celosia?
Use a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during growth for lush plants and strong, colourful plumes.

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