Celosia argentea var. cristata (Plumosa Group) (feather celosia) bears showy, medium magenta and repeat-blooming blooms during early summer to late autumn. This annual is clump forming and has dark lime foliage that is showy, matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses
Annual, bedding plant, border, container and edging.
Special Characteristics
This annual attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions
The growth rate of Celosia argentea var. cristata (Plumosa Group) (feather celosia) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
