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Flamingo Series Celosia is a feathery-spiked flower that transforms summer gardens with delicate plumes in soft pink and white tones. This annual thrives in full sun across zones 3, 11, reaching a compact 25, 30 inches tall and ready to bloom in 60, 69 days from planting. The Royal Horticultural Society recognized these high-performing plants with an Award of Garden Merit, cementing their reputation as reliable, eye-catching garden staples that excel as cut flowers.
Full Sun
Moderate
3-11
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These stunning celosias produce feather-like spires in light pink or pink-to-white hues that command attention from early summer through fall. The 'Wheat-type' growth pattern creates upright, elegant plumes that hold their color beautifully in arrangements, making them a favorite among florists and home gardeners alike. High performance throughout the season means consistent blooms with minimal fussing, and their compact 25, 30 inch height fits seamlessly into mixed borders or cutting gardens.
Flamingo Series Celosia is grown primarily for cut flowers, where its feathery spires bring texture and soft color to fresh arrangements. The delicate pink and white tones pair well in romantic or cottage-style bouquets, and the sturdy stems hold up exceptionally well in the vase.
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Start seeds indoors 6, 8 weeks before your last spring frost date. Sow at 70, 85°F and maintain consistent moisture until seedlings emerge. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when they develop true leaves, and keep them in bright light to prevent legging.
Harden off seedlings over 7, 10 days, gradually exposing them to outdoor light and wind. Transplant outdoors after all frost danger has passed and soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Space plants 12 inches apart in rows 15 inches wide.
Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil temperature reaches 60°F or higher. Scatter seeds where you want them to bloom, press lightly into soil, and keep the seedbed consistently moist until germination occurs.
Cut flower spires when they reach full color and before they begin to fade or dry out completely. Harvest in early morning for maximum freshness and vase life. The feathery plumes can be used fresh or dried; if drying, hang bundles in a warm, dark location and allow 2, 3 weeks for complete drying.
Deadhead spent flower spires regularly to encourage continuous blooming throughout the season. Pinching early growth when plants are 6, 8 inches tall promotes a bushier, more compact form with more flower stems.
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“The Flamingo Series earned recognition from the Royal Horticultural Society through consistent garden performance, validating its place as a trusted ornamental celosia for modern gardeners. While the exact breeding lineage isn't detailed in catalog records, this cultivar represents the selection of Celosia argentea spicata toward refined spire form and soft coloration, traits that distinguish it from coarser celosia types.”