The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Celosia argentea var. cristata. Celosias have been loved and grown by American gardeners since the 1700s, and 'Red Flame' doesn't disappoint. Its compact, uniform, "cockscomb" flower heads are made up of hundreds of tiny flowers arranged in tight waves, and are very long lasting in the garden or a vase. Like a moth to a flame, 'Red Flame' calls in pollinators to its prolific blooms from summer until frost, and songbirds will follow, enjoying the seeds in fall and winter.[1]
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
When to Plant Your Seedling
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun | 55-100 F | Rich, well drained soil | As needed, water only soil not leaves |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant Size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 8" | 16"–30" tall and about 8" wide | 70 days from germination |
- Additional instructions: 2"–7", red, globe-shaped flowers. Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant. Frost-sensitive perennial, hardy in USDA zones 10 and warmer.
- Harvesting instructions: For cut or dried flowers, pick when the plumes are the right size for your purpose but before they go to seed. Flowers can last up to 2 weeks in a vase. If drying, hang flowers upside down for a couple of weeks until stems are stiff and dry.[1]
Common Diseases and Pests
Useful Resources
- https://www.botanicalinterests.com/product/Celosia-Chief-Red-Flame-Seeds(Seed Source)
- https://www.botanicalinterests.com/product/Cut-Flower-Gardening-10-Tips-for-Success
- https://www.botanicalinterests.com/product/Making-Cut-Flowers-Last-Longer
- https://sfbaygardening.com/resources/bay-area-planting-calendar/
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