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Celosia cristata

Crested Celosia, Chinese Woolflower

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This annual will grow .5-2' tall x 1.5' wide and produces flowersin yellow, red, orange, pink, and purple that bloom in summer and fall. It does best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.