Botanical Name: Celosia
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Common Name: Cockscomb  
Plant photo of: Celosia
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Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Red

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Modesto Jr. College
  • Description

  • Notes

This annual has unique, plume-like flowers in bright, bold colors. Foliage is green to bronze to red, depending on the variety. Size ranges from about 6 to 36 inches, depending on variety. Plant close together for maximum impact. Cuts and dries well.