Ruby Parfait Celosia is a stunning wheat-type celosia with bi-color spiked plumes in light pink and deep magenta that reach 18 inches tall and bloom prolifically over 65 days. This open-pollinated cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and grows as a compact, branching bush that's remarkably easy to cultivate in everything from rich garden soil to containers. Long-lasting as a cut flower and exceptional when dried, it's one of the most reliable performers for both fresh arrangements and dried bouquets.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-11
18in H x 12in W
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Moderate
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The dual-tone pink and magenta flower spikes create an arresting visual presence that draws pollinators and stands out in any arrangement. Harvested at 65 days, these flowers remain vibrant whether displayed fresh or hung to dry, and the prolific branching habit ensures a steady supply of stems throughout the season. Gardeners appreciate how forgiving this variety is: it tolerates everything from rich to marginal soil, grows vigorously in containers, and requires minimal fussing once established.
Ruby Parfait Celosia shines in the cutting garden and florist trade as both a fresh and dried flower. The spiked plumes are prized as a bouquet filler or accent flower, lending texture and color to arrangements. Fresh-cut stems hold their color and structure for extended periods, while dried specimens retain their vibrant bi-color without fading, making them ideal for long-term dried arrangements and decorative dried arrangements.
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Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before your last frost date. Sow seeds into 72-cell flats or containers, covering them very lightly as light is required for germination. Maintain seedling temperatures between 63-68°F (17-20°C). Transplant seedlings outdoors once they have developed 2-3 sets of true leaves and all frost danger has passed.
Harden off seedlings gradually before moving them outside. Transplant 12 inches apart after the last frost date when soil has warmed. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade exposure.
Direct sowing is possible only in locations with a long growing season. Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep after the last frost date has passed.
For fresh cut flowers, harvest when the flower spikes are fully developed and the stems are firm at the base of the bloom. For dried flowers, harvest at the same growth stage as you would for fresh arrangements. Remove all foliage from the stems and hang them in a dark, well-ventilated location to dry completely.
Pinching seedlings when they develop their first true leaves encourages branching and creates fuller, more productive plants with more flowering stems. This simple step maximizes the floral output from each plant.
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