The annual Celosia argentea 'New Look' (Plumosa Group) (red plume cockscomb) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blooms during early summer to late autumn. The showy matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses
Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers and dried flowers.
Special Characteristics
This annual attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions
The growth rate of Celosia argentea 'New Look' (Plumosa Group) (red plume cockscomb) 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.
