Sunday Mix – Celosia Seed

Description

Sunday Mix Celosia is a dazzling blend of vibrant, feather-like blooms in a stunning array of colors, including shades of red, pink, orange, and yellow. This easy-to-grow annual is perfect for adding a bold splash of color to gardens, containers, and flower beds. Known for its unique, plume-shaped flowers, Sunday Mix Celosia provides a striking contrast with its upright growth and vibrant hues. The plant’s blooms are long-lasting, making it a great addition to both ornamental gardens and as a cut flower. Additionally, it is well-suited to hot, dry conditions, thriving in full sun with minimal maintenance.

Features:

• Flower Color: A vibrant mix of red, pink, orange, yellow, and purple hues for a colorful garden display
• Flower Shape: Unique, plume-like flowers that resemble feathered spikes, adding texture and interest to any space
• Plant Type: Annual, perfect for adding seasonal color to your garden or container
• Height: Grows to a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm), making it ideal for the front to middle of garden beds, borders, and containers
• Sunlight Requirement: Prefers full sun, thriving with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately rich soil is ideal, though Sunday Mix Celosia is adaptable to a variety of soil types
• Bloom Time: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, providing a long-lasting display of color
• Fragrance: Mild, pleasant fragrance that complements its colorful appearance
• Drought Tolerant: Highly tolerant of dry conditions and heat, making it ideal for water-wise gardens and low-maintenance landscapes
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to a healthy and vibrant garden ecosystem
• Hardiness Zone: Best grown in USDA Zones 10-11, typically as an annual in cooler climates

Specifications:

• Seed Type: High-quality Celosia seeds with excellent germination rates
• Packet Size: Available in various packet sizes to suit both small and large garden spaces
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep for optimal germination
• Spacing: Space plants 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) apart to allow for healthy growth and proper airflow
• Watering: Keep soil moderately moist during germination, then allow the soil to dry out between waterings once established; drought-tolerant once mature
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season
• Mature Size: Grows to a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) with a spread of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)

The Sunday Mix Celosia is perfect for gardeners looking for a bold, colorful addition that is both easy to grow and low-maintenance. Its bright, plume-like flowers provide a striking visual contrast in any landscape and are perfect for cut flower arrangements. Whether planted in flower beds, containers, or borders, Sunday Mix Celosia will add vibrant color and texture to your garden all season long.