| Description | Fresh Look Celosia (Celosia argentea) An improved series of Celosia with better humidity tolerance and packed with flowers. A tender perennial grown as an annual. |
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| Pronunciation | (sel-OH-see-ah) |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennial Tender, Site author's observations |
| Hardiness Zone | (9)10-12 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average to slightly dry, never wet or soggy |
| Soil & Site | average, well drained |
| Temperature | tolerates heat, lower limits around 40 F, in zone five best not planted until the weather warms up around the end of May |
| Flowers | spires of soft flowers in colors of red, gold, yellow and orange, flowers can be dried |
| Leaves | green, well branched |
| Dimensions | upright, 12-16 inches tall by equal spread space 10-12 inches on center |
| Maintenance | occasional deadheading |
| Propagation | easy from seeds |
| Misc Facts | Celosia is derived from Greek meaning burning referring to the brilliant color of the flowers. |
| Author's Notes | I have been using Celosia in my garden designs and containers for over 25 years. Their vibrant colors and fluffy blooms are always appreciated. Grow a group in a container and people will want to touch the blooms. A very pettable plant. |
| Notes & Reference | #109-Annuals and Tender Perennials for North American Gardens (Wayne Winterrowd) |
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