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Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Celosia argentea |
|---|---|
| Colour | Light lilac-pink |
| Days To Maturity | 90 - 100 days |
| Seeds Per Packet | 100 |
| Sowing Time | October - January |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
Price
ZAR65.00
Celosia Flamingo Feather
One of the prettiest celosias around, 'Flamingo Feather' has airy delicate pink plumes that fade to blush as they age. Also called wheat celosia, this treasure reminds us of pink Bunnytails grass.
| Colour |
Light lilac-pink
|
|---|---|
| Scientific Name |
Celosia argentea
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| Height |
60cm - 90cm
|
| Days To Maturity |
90 - 100 days
|
| Life Cycle |
Annual
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| Light Preferences |
Full Sun
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| Sowing Time |
October - January
|
| Days To Germination |
8 - 14 days
|
| Planting Space |
15cm
|
| Planting Tip |
Direct seed or plant in germination tray, 1mm deep, covering the seed with growing medium. Keep wet till germinated. Plant out after 6 weeks
|
| Pinch |
Pinch at 20cm high to increase branching and blooming
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| Seeds Per Packet |
100
|
| Uses |
Excellent cut flower, fresh or dried. Borders, beds, and containers
|
| Netting |
No plant netting needed
|
| Harvesting Tips |
Harvest when the flowers are fully developed, and stems are firm at the base of the bloom
|
| Germination |
Easy
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