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Orange Queen Improved
Flower
FlowerCelosia argentea cristata
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 90 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- Moderate water
- Annual
Overview
2-7" densely folded orange combs make useful fresh or dried cut flowers. Very similar to the Chief series in days to maturity, plant growth habit, and bloom size. Also known as cockscomb and crested cock's comb. Unauthorized reproduction and sale of seeds is prohibited by the breeder.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained loam. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.