Description
Celosia cristata
A wonderfully fuzzy flower ready to create quite the statement in your garden bed!
Amish Cocksomb originated in tropics and made its way to Europe in the 1570s. The flower then came over to the United States from Switzerland around 1676. It produces unique bright red flowers that resemble the "comb" on a rooster's head. Dry the flowers and make them a brilliant addition to your next bouquet!
This is an heirloom variety!
Seeds grown by Yuri and Marlin Navarro at Valley Flower Farm in Marsing, Idaho.
125 seeds
Directions: Start seeds indoors and gently press seeds into surface of soil. Transplant after danger of frost has passed.
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Planting Depth |
Plant Spacing |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
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Surface |
12-18" |
7-10 |
90 |