Cockscomb

Celosia Plumosa

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Overview

Cockscomb, Celosia plumosa, is a striking annual known for plume-like flowers, erupting in fiery reds, vivid pinks, and bold oranges. Easily reaching 1-2 feet tall, this sun-loving plant adds vertical drama and texture to beds and containers. Prefers well-drained soil. Low maintenance; drought tolerant. Flowering summer through fall, excellent for cut flowers and dried arrangements. Attracts pollinators, adding ecological value to any garden design.

Sun FullWater LowZones 2–11

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — is a striking annual known for plume-like flowers

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 2–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Amaranthaceae

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Photos (109)

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — as the Cockscomb tolerates drought better than wet feet; its textural blooms also make it a popular choice for both, image 81

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — Moderate watering is essential; it is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 2 through 11, image 80

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — The plant prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH; this ornamental plant is a showstopper in, image 79

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — demonstrating a remarkable adaptability to a variety of climates but excelling in warmer conditions; prefers, image 78

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — It is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 2 through 11; consider its height and vivid hues for creating focal points, image 77

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — requiring a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day; the plant prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic, image 76

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — adding a fiery appeal to the landscape.<br><br>Celosia plumosa thrives in full sun; its striking flower heads, image 75

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — display a spectrum of colors including red; flowering summer through fall, excellent for cut flowers and dried, image 74

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — which can extend up to 8 inches long; red and yellow flowers in the garden, image 73

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — Its striking flower heads; as the Cockscomb tolerates drought better than wet feet, image 72

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — reaching a height of 6 to 12 inches with some varieties capable of growing up to 36 inches tall; display a spectrum, image 71

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — this ornamental plant is a showstopper in any garden; flowering annual known for its unique, image 70

Cockscomb (Celosia Plumosa) — Belonging to the Amaranth family; annual for full, image 69

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