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Pampas Plume
Flower
FlowerCelosia argentea plumosa
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 90 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
Masses of soft, feathery, 2-6" long plumes in scarlet, orange, bright yellow, pink, cream. Multi-branching plants produce 10-14 stems each. Also known as cockscomb, Prince of Wales feather, and prince feather.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost danger has passed
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates various soil types. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Common diseases: Leaf spot, root rot in poorly drained soil.