COCKCOMB DESCRIPTION
Cockscomb red is an eye-catching
annual flowering plant that is part of the Amaranthaceae family under the
Celosia genus. The name cockscomb comes from its appearance because they look
like the comb on a rooster. The plant produces upright, red velvety, soft, and
fringed flowers that resemble the structure of a brain. These flowering plants
look attractive in terrace gardens, balconies, or home gardens, you can them
plant either in the garden or in a container/pot. Buy the best quality
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Product
Detail
- Number of Cockscomb Red Flower Seeds: 100 Seeds
- Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
- Best sowing season: Late Spring or Summer
- Sowing method: Direct
- Germination temperature: 23-26°C
- Germination time: 7-14 days
- Sowing distance: 8-12 inches Plant to Plant
- Blooming time: Summer to Autumn (April-November)
What
size grow bag is best for Cockscomb?
Cockscomb
Growing Season In India
Cockscomb is a flowering plant that
only prefers dry, sunny, and warm conditions. In India, you can sow cockscomb
seeds during late spring or summer (March – April) when the weathers are warm
and dry.
How
To Grow Cockscomb In Pots
Cockscomb is a low-maintenance plant
that is perfect if you grow it in containers. You can plant cockscomb directly
in pots as it does not like to be transplanted or you can sow the seeds in a coco peat coin so
that the roots are not disturbed during transplant. The pot or grow bag size
should be at least 9-18 inches deep and wide and the spacing between plants
should be 8-12 inches.
Cockscomb
Red Seeds Sowing Method
Take a pot or grow bag and fill it
with potting mix. Spread good-quality cockscomb seeds on the soil and cover
the seeds with a very thin layer of soil or vermiculite. Cockscomb seeds require darkness to germinate, keep the
soil moist but avoid over-watering. The optimum temperature for germinating
cockscomb seeds is 23-26°C and it takes about 7-14 days to germinate.
Cockscomb
Fertilizer Requirements
- Add organic fertilizer or a nitrogen-rich liquid fertilizer to cockscomb
plants every month to encourage foliage growth.
- To encourage more blooms, apply a fertilizer containing
phosphorus when the cockscomb is established.
Cockscomb
Plant Care Tips
Soil – Cockscomb grows very nicely in well-drained and sandy loamy
soil.
Water – It does not require much watering, you can water it once a
week or when the soil is dry. Always keep the soil moist, but do not allow the
soil to dry out for too long.
Sunlight – Cockscomb thrives in sunny, dry, and high-humidity
conditions. It grows best in 6-8 hours of direct sunlight however, it can
tolerate partial shade.
Temperature – The temperature between 15-26°C is ideal for growing
cockscomb flowering plants.
Common pests and diseases – Certain pests such as aphids and mites inhibit cockscomb
flower plant growth, and diseases such as powdery mildew and fungal infections
infect the plant. These problems arise due to over-watering in the soil, if you
keep the soil moist and do not allow too much water in the soil then this
problem will be solved.
Pruning – To encourage new bloom and healthy plant growth,
deadheading of spent flowers and removing unwanted or infected stems or leaves
are essential. Deadhead will also help to prevent reseeding.
Cockscomb
Blooming Time
- Cockscomb blooms from summer to autumn (April-November)
or sometimes until frost. You can expect to bloom cockscomb within 2
months of planting.
- You can cut cockscomb flowers and use them to decorate
your home.
Cockscomb
Special Features
- Common name –
Cockscomb, wool flower, coxcomb
- Scientific name – Celosia
argentea var. cristata
- Height – Up
to 12 inches
- Companion planting – Canna
lilies, tender salvia, zinnia, marigold, and amaranth
- Level of growing –
Easy
FAQ
How
long do cockscomb plants last?
Cockscomb is an annual growing
flowering plant that only lives for 1 year.
How
do you get seeds from cockscomb?
Autumn is the best time to save
cockscomb seeds if you want to collect them from plants. You can cut off the
flower head or the entire stem and wait until they turn brown to get more
seeds.
What
is the main reason for dropping the cockscomb plant?
Overwatering or underwatering causes
cockscomb plant drop. Don’t over-water or under-water, don’t keep the soil wet,
and water only when you feel the soil has dried out.
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