Description

Celosia Ruby Parfait
Celosia argentea var. spicata

Annual. 60 to 90 cm tall. Spikes of magenta flowers. Long flowering from July until frost. Excellent cut flower. Edible leaves and flowers.

Full sun to part shade, rich well drained soil. Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. 2 mm deep. 30 cm between plants. Germinates in 7-15 days at 20-25°C

Germination: 72% in January 2025
Ecological seeds produced at Catherine’s Ornamental Garden.