Mix Cockscomb Seeds - Flower Plant

Mix Cockscomb is an annual flowering plant valued for its upright growth habit and distinctive crested flower heads in a wide range of vibrant colors. This seed mix is commonly grown in garden beds, borders, containers, and ornamental landscapes, providing long-lasting seasonal color. The plants perform best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil and adapt well to warm growing conditions. Suitable for ornamental gardens, Mix Cockscomb adds bold texture and colorful floral displays throughout the growing season.

Features

• Annual flowering plant with an upright growth habit
• Produces crested blooms in mixed colors
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Adaptable to warm growing conditions
• Performs well in full sun
• Suitable for ornamental landscape plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Celosia argentea var. cristata
• Common Name (US): Cockscomb
• Seed Type / Variety: Mixed Flower Seed
• Growth Habit: Upright annual
• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as an annual)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Summer to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 7–14 days at 70–80°F (21–27°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 12–24 in tall, 8–12 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 in apart