Celosia Flamingo Feather Seeds
R60,00
Celosia Flamingo Feather is a must-have for any South African cut flower garden. Its tall, feathery plumes in soft pink tones add height, texture and movement to beds, bouquets and dried arrangements.
This heat-tolerant annual thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It's perfect for local conditions. At Meadow Valley we offer small seed packets ideal for all types of growers. Whether you’re planting for beauty or for selling, Flamingo Feather is both eye-catching and easy to grow.
• Locally grown
• Packaged in small seed packets
• Ideal for South African climates
• Can be ordered online for nationwide delivery
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Technical Info
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Colour |
Light lilac-pink |
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Scientific Name |
Celosia argentea spicata |
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Height |
60cm - 130cm |
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Days To Maturity |
90 - 95 Days |
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Life Cycle |
Annual |
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Light Preferences |
Full Sun |
| Sowing Time | October - January |
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Days To Germination |
8 - 14 days |
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Planting Space |
30cm |
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Planting Tip |
Sow in a germination tray at 17 to 20 degrees, cover the seeds lightly with vermiculite .They need light to germinate. Keep the medium moist at all times for good germination. Water from beneath not to disturb seeds |
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Pinch |
Pinch when plants are about 15 cm long |
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Seeds Per Packet |
100 |
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Uses |
Excellent for fresh and dried cut flowers .Variety attracts and supports pollinators . |
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Netting |
No Netting needed |
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Harvesting Tips |
Celosia is exeptional as a cut flower and can be used both fresh and dried .Harvest when the flowers are fully developed, and stems are firm at the base of the bloom do not wait untill plumes are to long as the will produce seed . |
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Germination |
Easy |