Celosia Cockscomb Dwarf Cristata Mixed Color - Flower Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Amaranthaceae |
| Native region |
Tropical Asia / Africa |
| Mature height |
30-60 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun |
| Watering |
Moderate; keep soil lightly moist, avoid waterlogging |
| Soil / mix |
Well-drained, fertile loam |
| Fertilizer |
Balanced liquid feed every 2-3 weeks during growth |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p><strong>Ornamental</strong> — grown for vivid bedding and pot displays and as a long-lasting fresh or dried <em>cut flower</em> for arrangements.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow seeds <strong>February to June</strong>. As the seed is fine and needs light, <strong>surface sow</strong> on a moist mix and barely press in; do not bury deeply. Germination takes <strong>7-14 days</strong> in warm conditions (22-28°C). Transplant seedlings at the 3-4 leaf stage into pots or beds, spacing 20-25 cm apart. Plants begin flowering about <strong>60-80 days</strong> from sowing and hold their crests for weeks.</p>