{"product_id":"500-celosia-cristata-seeds-cockscomb-mix-cut-flower-dried-flower-annual-garden","title":"500 Celosia Cristata Seeds - Cockscomb Mix, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Annual Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow stunning Celosia Cristata, also known as Cockscomb, from seed! This vibrant mixed variety produces unique, brain-like flower heads in a range of brilliant colors including red, pink, purple, orange, and yellow. Perfect for adding dramatic texture and long-lasting color to your garden, containers, or as a specialty cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelosia Cristata is a warm-weather annual prized for its extraordinary, crested blooms that resemble coral or a rooster's comb. The flowers are excellent for fresh bouquets and are one of the best flowers for drying, retaining their color and form beautifully when dried for everlasting arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Growing Information:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- **USDA Zones:** Grown as an annual in zones 2-11. It thrives in summer heat and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Light Requirements:** Full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the best flower production and strongest stems.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Water Requirements:** Medium water needs. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Established plants have good drought tolerance. Avoid overwatering.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Mature Height:** Typically reaches 12-24 inches tall, depending on variety and conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Bloom Time:** Summer through fall, until the first frost.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Sowing:** For best results, start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into moist seed starting mix, as they need light to germinate. Keep warm (70-75°F). Seeds typically germinate in 10-15 days. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Can also be direct-sown in warm soil after last frost.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Spacing:** Space plants 10-12 inches apart in well-draining, fertile soil. Amending with compost is beneficial.\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Uses:** Flower beds, borders, cutting gardens, container plantings, and for dried floral crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet contains approximately 500 seeds of mixed Celosia Cristata varieties. A fantastic choice for gardeners looking to add bold, textural interest and long-lasting color to their summer landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"8 Store Seeds Sejahtera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44015310536801,"sku":"seed - Celosia seeds-26","price":8.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/0796\/7073\/files\/download_168857fb-fd0e-40d9-8492-7b9113da8468.jpg?v=1776321540","url":"https:\/\/8storeseedsejahtera.store\/products\/500-celosia-cristata-seeds-cockscomb-mix-cut-flower-dried-flower-annual-garden","provider":"8 Store Seeds Sejahtera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}