Description

Celosia – Pampas Plume Tall Blend (Celosia argentea var. plumosa) is a dramatic addition to any garden or vase, featuring large, feathery plumes in golden-yellow and scarlet hues. These striking flowers grow on long, straight stems, perfect for bouquets. The plants themselves are known for their multi-branching structure and exceptionally beautiful foliage, making them ideal for the back of flower beds. With the ability to handle heat and be drought tolerant, Pampas Plume Celosia thrives in full sun, blooming from summer to frost. A true showstopper, this variety is also popular for cut flowers and works wonderfully in both fresh and dried arrangements.

Botanical Name: Celosia argentea var. plumosa
Family: Amaranthaceae
Native: Exact origin unknown, possibly India
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive perennial, hardy in USDA zones 10 and warmer
Plant Dimensions: 30″–40″ tall
Variety Information: 2″–6″ plumes in brilliant red and golden shades
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

When to Sow Outside: Within 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
Seed Depth: Surface to 1/8″
Seed Spacing: A pinch of seeds every 12″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″

Harvesting: For cut or dried flowers, pick when the plumes are the right size for your purpose but before they go to seed. Flowers can last up to 2 weeks in a vase. If drying, hang flowers upside down for a couple of weeks until stems are stiff and dry.

80 seeds.