RED DARK LEAF COCKSCOMB
Celosia argentea, in its specialized red dark-leaf varieties, provides an exceptionally rich, multi-dimensional color experience by combining deep, moody foliage with intensely vibrant blooms. These cultivars are highly sought after for their dramatic, lance-shaped leaves that emerge in shades of deep burgundy, maroon, or near-black, which retain their dark pigmentation throughout the heat of summer. Rising above this dark canopy are large, striking crimson to scarlet flowers, typically appearing as feathery plumosa torches or architectural spicata spikes. This intense contrast between the dusky, reflective foliage and the fiery red blossoms makes these plants an instant focal point, working beautifully as a bold thriller in mixed containers or as a high-contrast ribbon in modern landscape borders.
Culturally, red dark-leaf celosias are heat-loving powerhouses that require full sun to reach their full potential. The intense sunlight is absolutely critical, not only for maximizing flower production but also for triggering the deep, dark pigmentation in the foliage; when grown in too much shade, the leaves can revert to a muddy green. They require sharply drained, fertile soil and perform exceptionally well in high summer humidity and hot, dry conditions where other annuals might stall.
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GALENA |
ADD'L |
DIG |
SOON |
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
