Celosia Glorious Seeds is a variety of Celosia known for its vibrant, plume-like flowers that are typically in bright shades of red, orange, pink, or yellow. The plant belongs to the Amaranthaceae family and is often grown for its ornamental value. The “Glorious” cultivar is especially prized for its unique flower heads that resemble flame-like plumes, making it a popular choice in garden beds, borders, and as a cut flower.
Here’s how to grow and care for Celosia “Glorious”:
1. General Characteristics of Celosia “Glorious”
- Common Name: Cockscomb (for its unique flower shape) or Celosia “Glorious”
- Type: Annual
- Size: Typically grows to 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) tall and wide.
- Flowers: Bright plume-like flowers in shades of red, orange, pink, yellow, or a mix of these colors, often forming tight, feathery or comb-like shapes.
- Foliage: Green leaves with a slight reddish tint in some varieties.
- Blooming Season: Blooms from late summer to fall.
2.Celosia Glorious Seeds Growing Celosia “Glorious” from Seeds
- When to Start:
- Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost. Celosia can be started indoors early to give them a jumpstart before being transplanted outdoors.
- Outdoors: Celosia “Glorious” can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost, once the soil has warmed up and nighttime temperatures remain consistently warm (around 60°F / 16°C).
- Soil Requirements:
- Celosia “Glorious” prefers well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- It grows well in loamy or sandy soil, so amend heavier soils with compost or organic matter for better drainage.
- Planting Depth:
- When starting indoors, sow seeds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) deep in seed trays or pots.
- For direct sowing outdoors, sprinkle the seeds over prepared soil and lightly press them in (no need to cover them too deeply, as they need light for germination).
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