Celosia 'Asian Garden'
Celosia argentea var. spicata

SKU # S1408

Product Type: Seed Packet

Approximate Seeds Per Packet: 50

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We were not surprised to learn this new variety received a top award for we were impressed with its vigor, exceptional healthy foliage, and, of course, its many spires of long-lasting opulent blooms. Grow perfect bushy pots or colorful all summer long gardens.

Lifecycle: Annual

Hardiness: Tender Annual

Size: 2.5-3.5' h x 1' w

Sun: Full sun

Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained

Season: Summer to fall

Seed to Bloom: 12-14 weeks

Color: Light to dark pink

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Depth: Surface to barely cover.
Sprout Time: 8-14 days
Starting Indoors: Sow indoors 6 weeks before last frost. Cover with vermiculite and keep at 68-78°F until germination then at 65°F. Grow in roomy cell-packs to avoid rootbound seedlings and premature flowering.
Starting Outdoors: Sow outdoors about two weeks after last frost for later blooms in longer season areas.
When to Set Outside: Two weeks after last frost when soil has warmed.

Placement & Cultivation

Celosia Asian Garden is an unusual addition to cottage gardens of mixed summer annuals and an ideal cut flower–both fresh and dry. This spike Celosia has an interesting texture which has earned it the name of wheat celosia. Be sure to keep soil evenly moist and fertilized, as any check in their growth will result in stunted plants with small premature flowering. This freely branching Celosia is the star of container plantings too.
Final Spacing: 1'
Water Use: Medium Water Use
Watering Details: Keep evenly moist—do not allow to dry out, but avoid saturated soils.
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
Fertilizer: Mix in a couple of inches of compost before planting. Alternatively, feed once a month during the growing season with an organic, all-purpose fertilizer.
Diseases & Pests: Susceptible to thrips, aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies that can be controlled with insecticidal soap. Provide air circulation and keep water off the leaves or water early morning to discourage any leaf spots. An organic fungicide, such as copper can also be used.
When to Cut For Bouquets: 1/2 florets have opened

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful

Great performer ATLANTA GA Monday, December 30, 2019

By LOVELAND , OH

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Great plant, easy germination, blooms like mad all summer. No pruning no deadheading. Love this plant. Full sun to part sun and does not mind really bad clay soil.

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