Celosia - Supercrest Mix

Celosia – Supercrest Mix

~25 Seeds

Celosia Supercrest Mix is a bold, eye-catching flower with large, crested blooms in fiery sunset shades that add instant drama to garden beds and bouquets. This variety produces dense, velvety flower heads in rich tones of red, orange, yellow, and deep rose, creating a vibrant display from midsummer right through fall. The tall, sturdy stems make it a standout in cutting gardens, while the unique brain-like texture of the blooms adds wonderful contrast alongside softer flowers. Heat-loving and drought tolerant once established, Celosia thrives in sunny locations and keeps performing even during the hottest summer days.

Pollinators are drawn to its vivid colours, and gardeners love how long the blooms last both in the garden and in fresh or dried arrangements. If you’re looking for a flower that delivers height, colour, and texture all in one plant, Supercrest Mix is a reliable showstopper.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Drought tolerant
• Long-blooming
• Excellent for dried flowers

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Celosia cristata
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 36–48 in / 90–120 cm
• Seed Depth: 1/8 in / 3 mm
• Spacing: 10–12 in / 25–30 cm
• Bloom Time: Summer to frost
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Edible / Toxic: Not applicable
• Germination: 7–14 days at 21–24°C

Growing Instructions

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Sow shallowly and keep soil consistently moist until germination. Transplant outdoors once temperatures are reliably warm, spacing plants to allow good air circulation. Celosia prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Pinching young plants can encourage branching and more blooms. Deadheading is optional but can extend flowering. Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency as plants become drought tolerant.

FAQ

Q: Can Celosia Supercrest Mix be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it performs well in large containers with good drainage and full sun, making it great for patios and decks.

Q: Are the flowers good for drying?
A: Absolutely. The thick, textured blooms hold their colour and shape very well when dried, making them popular for everlasting arrangements.