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Cramer's Rose

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Cramer's Rose

Flower

Celosia argentea cristata

  • Full sun
  • Zones 10–11
  • 90 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Cramer's Rose is a classic heirloom flower variety prized for its full, layered blooms and rich coloring. Reaching maturity in 90-120 days, this rose develops abundant flowers throughout the growing season under full sun conditions. The variety is distinguished by its exceptional hardiness and disease resistance, thriving in well-draining loam with minimal fertility requirements. Its vigorous growth habit and prolific flowering make it an ideal choice for both garden displays and cut flower arrangements.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil is warm

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-draining loam, tolerates average to slightly fertile soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Spider mites, aphids, whiteflies. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, root rot in wet conditions.