USDA: 3a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Spread
20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
moist, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The annual Celosia argentea 'Fresh Look Gold' (Plumosa Group) (plume cockscomb) bears showy, bright yellow and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late fall. This plant is clump forming and has showy, matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, container and edging.
Special Characteristics
This annual attracts birds to your garden. Celosia argentea 'Fresh Look Gold' (Plumosa Group) tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to pests.
Cautions
With its very fast growth rate, Celosia argentea 'Fresh Look Gold' (Plumosa Group) (plume cockscomb) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.