Celosia

Grow celosia in fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 after the soil warms. Add compost and feed moderately; avoid disturbing roots when transplanting, since stress can stunt growth.

Sun

Full sun

Water

1 in/week; heat loving

Spacing

10 in

First harvest

60-80

Tips

• Sow seeds about 1/8 inch deep indoors and transplant intact root balls at nursery depth 10 inches apart after frost.
• Provide about 1 inch of water weekly at the base without keeping the root zone soggy.
• Apply a modest balanced fertilizer according to the label where soil fertility is low.
• Inspect for spider mites during hot weather and root rot in poorly drained beds.
• Cut mature flower stems above a leaf node to encourage branching on branching cultivars.