Celosia, Cockscomb, Act Verda Green

Celosia, Cockscomb, Act Verda Green, Celosia cristata, 25 seeds avg.

Bright green combs borne on sturdy stems. Intense green color adds a freshness to bouquets. Thrives in hot and dry conditions. Single-stem variety.

Planting Tips:

• A warm-season tender annual that prefers full sun.
• Plant after danger of frost has passed and once soil has warmed.
• Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before planting date, spacing transplants 6-12″ apart.
• Do not cover seed with soil. Allow 5-10 days to germinate.
• Grows to 48 tall.
• Do not pinch.
• 90-120 days to bloom.

Keep the Blooms Coming:

• Harvest blooms when mature for fresh or dried use.
• Make the cut at the base of the stem.
• Hang to dry.