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Prince Rose

Flower

Celosia argentea cristata

Overview
Vivid red combs with attractive purple foliage and rose-colored stems. 2-4" wide dark magenta combs on sturdy 18-24" long stems are useful for fresh or dried cut flowers. Similar overall performance to the Chief series but earlier to bloom. In our trials, Prince Rose is ready for harvest 5-7 days earlier than the Chief series. Uniform bloom time, plant habit, and height. We recommend pinching seedlings for optimal branching and productivity. Crested-type celosia, also known as cockscomb and crested cock's comb. Unauthorized reproduction and sale of seeds is prohibited by the breeder.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites, aphids, whiteflies. Common diseases: Damping off, root rot.