Celosia - Fire Purple

Celosia - Fire Purple brings dazzling, deep purple plumes to your baskets and containers, offering a dramatic and colorful addition to sunny gardens. This ornamental annual is celebrated for its vibrant, velvety flower spikes that hold their color and shape throughout the growing season. Celosia Fire Purple not only delivers breathtaking color but is also remarkably easy to grow, thriving in containers, borders, and mixed plantings. Its upright growth habit and drought tolerance make it an excellent low-maintenance choice for gardeners who want reliable, eye-catching blooms with minimal effort. Ideal for floral arrangements, both fresh and dried, this celosia adds long-lasting beauty and bold texture to any outdoor space.

Key Features Displays show-stopping purple plumes for rich, dramatic garden color. Perfect for baskets, containers, and mixed plantings with an upright, compact habit. Flowers maintain vibrant color from summer through fall. Drought-tolerant and heat-loving, ideal for low-maintenance gardeners. Excellent for cut and dried floral arrangements, retaining color and form. Easy to grow and care for, suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements: - Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily to maximize bloom production.

2. Watering: - Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid overwatering.

3. Soil Type: - Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Add organic matter to improve richness and drainage.

4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone: - Hardy to Zone 3b; protect from frost in early spring and fall. Optimal growth between 15°C and 27°C (59°F–80°F).

5. Fertilizer: - Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

6. Pruning & Maintenance: - Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage ongoing flowering. Trim any leggy stems as needed.

7. Special Notes: - Non-toxic to pets, making it a safe choice for pet-friendly gardens. Plumes can be dried for long-lasting indoor decor.