Celosia Flamingo Feather Seeds produce bright pink combs on tall 60cm stems for garden colour and cutting.
View the South Africa-specific grow guide: Celosia Grow Guide for South Africa
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Annual
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Scientific Name: Celosia spicata
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General Sowing Time: Summer
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Position: Full sun
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Sow Depth: Surface sow; very light cover ≤3 mm
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Spacing: 30 cm garden; 15–23 cm supported cut row
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Germination: 7–14 days at 21–27 °C
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Days to Harvest: 90 - 100 days
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Stem Height: 60cm
Why Grow This Variety
- Bright pink combs add a clear colour accent.
- Tall, sturdy stems suit bouquets and floral arrangements.
- The flowers can move from the garden into indoor vases.
- Full-sun growth supports the vibrant display.
Garden Uses
Grow Flamingo Feather in a sunny cutting garden and use the pink stems in bouquets or vases.
Growing Notes
- Surface sow and use only a very light cover (no more than 3 mm); the fine seed needs warmth and light.
- Keep trays evenly moist but not waterlogged and provide bright light immediately after emergence.
- Transplant after frost risk has passed and use 30 cm garden; 15–23 cm supported cut row spacing for the intended growing system.
- Support tall cutting rows before wind or heavy rain bends the stems.
- For cutting, harvest well-coloured stems before flowers become over-mature.
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