Celosia

Celosia is a bold, heat-loving annual known for its vibrant, flame-like plumes or brainy crests that bring texture and color to summer gardens and containers.
Plant Type
Annual
Light Requirement
Full sun
Max Height
4 inches
Max Spread
4 inches

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Celosia offers eye-catching blooms in brilliant shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, and purple, with flower forms that resemble flames (plume type), coral (cockscomb type), or spikes (wheat type). These sun-loving plants thrive in the heat of summer and continue blooming into fall with minimal fuss. Their unique textures and neon colors make them standouts in beds, borders, and floral arrangements—fresh or dried. Celosia performs best in well-drained soil and full sun, and it adds whimsical flair to both formal and playful garden designs.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Summer to fall flowering with bold texture

Landscape Uses:

Flower beds, borders, containers, cutting gardens, dried flower arrangements

Allergy Considerations:

Low pollen allergen

Kid/Pet Safety:

Non-toxic; safe around children and pets

Mess Factor:

Low; tidy habit, minimal leaf or flower drop

Maintenance Level:

Low; deadheading helps extend bloom time

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Moderate; allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings

Soil Tolerance:

Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; dislikes soggy roots

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate; prefers regular moisture but tolerates dry spells

Deer Resistance:

Moderate; not a preferred snack

Pest/Disease Resistance:

Good; may occasionally attract aphids or spider mites

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