Celosia 'Higyoku Red Stem', Celosia cristata - 50 seeds avg.
Vibrant red combs are suspended atop unique reddish stems and red-green foliage. Cockscomb heads resemble sea coral. Performs well in hot and dry conditions.
Planting Tips:
- A warm-season annual that prefers full sun.
- Plant after danger of frost and once soil has warmed.
- Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before planting date or cast seeds directly in the garden.
- Space plants 8-12" apart. Do not cover seed with soil; allow 5-10 days to germinate.
- Grows to 36” tall.
- Pinch when 10" tall to establish a more robust, branching plant.
- 90-120 days to bloom.
Harvesting Tips:
- Harvest blooms when mature for fresh or dried use.
- Make the cut at the base of the stem.
- Hang to dry.
Weight: 0.05 lb