Flamingo Celosia is a striking flower variety from the amaranthaceae family, prized for its dramatic spired blooms that reach 24 to 30 inches tall. This cultivar thrives in full sun across hardiness zones 10 and 11, bringing bold color and sculptural interest to warm-climate gardens. The feathery flower spikes emerge in shades that evoke its flamingo namesake, creating a tropical atmosphere whether planted en masse or as a focal point in containers and borders.
Full Sun
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10-11
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The towering spires of Flamingo Celosia create an architectural quality that sets it apart from mounded celosia varieties, with airy, feathered flower heads that seem to float above the foliage. Its heat-loving nature means it thrives precisely when many other flowers flag in summer intensity, making it especially valuable for gardeners in warm zones seeking reliable color from midsummer onward. The flowers dry beautifully on the stem, extending their visual appeal long after fresh color fades.
Flamingo Celosia shines as a cut flower, holding its architectural spikes fresh in arrangements for extended periods. The dried flower heads transition gracefully as the season progresses, making the plant ornamental from peak bloom through fall. In the garden, it serves as a vertical accent in mixed borders and performs well in containers where its height can be showcased without overwhelming shorter companions.
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Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow seeds on the surface or press them just barely into the soil, no deeper than 1/8 inch, as they need light to germinate. Keep the seed bed consistently moist and warm until sprouting occurs.
Transplant seedlings outdoors within 2 weeks after your average last frost date, once soil has warmed to at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Harden off seedlings gradually by exposing them to outdoor conditions over several days before planting. Space plants 12 inches apart in their final location.
Direct sow seeds outdoors within 2 weeks after your average last frost date when soil temperature reaches at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Sow seeds on the soil surface or just barely press them into the top layer, keeping the area moist until germination occurs.
Cut Flamingo Celosia flower spikes when they are fully developed and displaying their characteristic color, typically 8 to 10 weeks after transplanting. Harvest in the morning when stems are fully hydrated for longer vase life. For dried arrangements, allow spikes to remain on the plant until they have fully dried and taken on deeper, more muted tones; then cut and hang upside down in a cool, dry location to finish drying.
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