{"product_id":"cockscomb-6-bag-pnk","title":"Cockscomb Pink - 6\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eCockscomb (Celosia cristata) is a popular warm-season annual prized for its dense, velvety, brain-like or plume-shaped flower heads in brilliant red, crimson, orange, yellow and pink. Easy to grow across most of India, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, blooming profusely from late summer through autumn. The flowers hold colour for weeks on the plant and dry beautifully for everlasting arrangements. Compact dwarf forms suit pots and edging while taller types make striking border accents. Loved for festivals and garlands, cockscomb is a reliable, low-maintenance choice for beginner gardeners seeking long-lasting, eye-catching colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmaranthaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical Africa and Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-40 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen to bronze-purple, ovate leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, crimson, orange, yellow, pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate summer to autumn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun, 6+ hours daily for best colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, fertile loam enriched with compost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-32 C; loves warm weather, frost-tender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTolerates average to high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced feed every 2-3 weeks during growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnnual; sow fresh each season, no repotting needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy seed, sown in warm soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, spider mites and leaf spot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to pets and humans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy, beginner-friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for summer borders, bedding, pots and cut or dried flower arrangements. Widely used in Indian festivals, garlands and temple offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow after the last cool spell when soil warms; in most of India sow June-July for monsoon-autumn bloom. Pinch young plants for bushier growth and avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water cockscomb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, keeping it evenly moist but never waterlogged. In peak summer this may mean watering daily in pots, less often in beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCockscomb needs full sun, at least 6 hours of direct light daily, for the brightest flower colour and sturdy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs cockscomb safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, Celosia is considered non-toxic to cats, dogs and other pets, though nibbling any plant may cause mild stomach upset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need repotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is an annual grown fresh from seed each season, so it usually does not need repotting. Sow directly in its final pot or bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate cockscomb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is grown easily from seed. Sow tiny seeds on warm, moist soil, press lightly, and keep moist; they germinate in 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my cockscomb leaves spotting or yellowing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis usually signals overwatering or fungal leaf spot. Improve drainage, water at the base, and ensure good air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep it blooming longer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeadhead faded blooms, feed every 2-3 weeks, and keep it in full sun to extend flowering well into autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow cockscomb indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers outdoor sun. Indoors it grows leggy and blooms poorly, so keep it on a bright sunny balcony or terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs cockscomb toxic if eaten?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is non-toxic; the leaves and young shoots are even eaten as a leafy vegetable in some regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer is best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a balanced or bloom-boosting fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growth. Avoid excess nitrogen, which favours leaves over flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256092819702,"sku":"PLT-COCKSCOMB-B06-PNK","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/rhPxndNbMZui3eASqw5dk0t8wmOzXemEejHPw4Ty.png?v=1783920850","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/cockscomb-6-bag-pnk","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}