Celosia (Cockscomb), Coral wonder (annual)
Celosia cristata
Celosia, also known as cockscomb, is unique in the flower world. Their intensely bright colours and unusual shapes fascinate flower lovers. They curl and twist like corral causing those who look on them to wonder what shape will come next. They look nice in flower beds, in pots, and cut as flowers for specialty bouquets. They can also be dried. Height reaches up to 40 cm.
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Product number | AC-6380-00 |
Content in grams | 0.04 |
Content in seeds | 55.00 |
Content in m2 | 5.00 |
Family | Amaranthaceae |
Thousand-seeds weight (TKW) | 0.7 grams |
Seeds per gram | 1265.8 |
Growing instructions
Sow in late March to mid-April into seedling trays. Plant out in May at a distance of 30 ✕ 30 cm or in a large flower pot. Cockscombs love sunny sites and nutrient-rich soil. It handles dry spells effortlessly.
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Height
40
cm
Planting distance
30
x
30
cm
Sowing depth
0
cm
Light need
Germination duration
14
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types