spicata<\/em>).<\/p>\nCelosias prefer full-day sun,\u00a0although a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight is adequate. A compost rich, mildly acidic, well-drained garden soil is ideal. Plants\u00a0are set outdoors in the garden\u00a0when spring daytime temperatures\u00a0stay\u00a0above 60 \u00b0F. Add 2-3 inches of an organic mulch after planting and deeply water newly set plants. Mulching aids\u00a0to suppress weed infestation and in soil water loss from evaporation.\u00a0Celosias are not water hogs, but need irrigation\u00a0during\u00a0long summer dry spells.<\/p>\n
At planting time apply a slow release granulated fertilizer such as Osmocote\u2122 or Nutrikote\u2122 according to package directions.\u00a0 Over the summer months, if plants need additional feeding, use a water-soluble fertilizer such as Miracle-Gro\u2122 or Jacks\u2122 every 2-3 weeks through mid-September. With taller cockscomb varieties, tie flower stalks to stakes to keep them from falling over; or simply pinch back shoots by one-half to develop a bushier plant. In addition, remove spent flowers to promote new blooms.<\/p>\n
Celosia is rarely troubled by disease and insect problems. Inspect plants for mites over a hot dry summer. Good soil drainage is absolutelyessential to avoid root rot problems. Leading plumosa varieties: ‘Arrabona’, ‘Fresh Look’, ‘Dragon’s Breath’, ‘Prestige Scarlet’. ‘Intenz’,\u00a0 Century\u00ae series, and \u2018Flamingo Feathers\u2019 are spike type celosia. Cristata types include Bombay\u00ae and Kimono\u00ae series. Floral color range is purple, deep red, wine red, gold, and yellow gold.<\/p>\n
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