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DRAGONS BREATH COCKSCOMB -
20-24 Inches Tall 14-16 Inches Wide--
Celosia argentea plumosa 'Dragon's Breath' is a show-stopping annual that brings intense drama to the landscape with its striking contrast of foliage and bloom. Unlike traditional varieties, 'Dragon's Breath' is highly prized for its dark, maroon-red to deep purple foliage that maintains its rich color throughout the entire growing season. In mid-to-late summer, it erupts with an abundance of vibrant, feathery crimson plumes that sit atop the dark canopy like blazing flames. This vigorous grower typically reaches a well-branched height of 20 to 24 inches, making it a spectacular choice for mid-border placement, high-impact mass plantings, or as a bold thriller component in late-season container designs.
From a cultural perspective, 'Dragon's Breath' is exceptionally resilient and thrives in the heat and humidity that can cause lesser annuals to stall. It requires a location with sharp drainage and full sun, which is absolutely critical for developing its signature deep foliage pigmentation and maximizing bloom production. While it is notably drought-tolerant once established, maintaining consistent moisture without overwatering will keep the growth lush and prevent premature blooming on stunted stems.
Celosia 'Dragon's Breath'
Full Sun
red flower
Zone: 10
20-24 Inches Tall 14-16 Inches Wide--
Celosia argentea plumosa 'Dragon's Breath' is a show-stopping annual that brings intense drama to the landscape with its striking contrast of foliage and bloom. Unlike traditional varieties, 'Dragon's Breath' is highly prized for its dark, maroon-red to deep purple foliage that maintains its rich color throughout the entire growing season. In mid-to-late summer, it erupts with an abundance of vibrant, feathery crimson plumes that sit atop the dark canopy like blazing flames. This vigorous grower typically reaches a well-branched height of 20 to 24 inches, making it a spectacular choice for mid-border placement, high-impact mass plantings, or as a bold thriller component in late-season container designs.
From a cultural perspective, 'Dragon's Breath' is exceptionally resilient and thrives in the heat and humidity that can cause lesser annuals to stall. It requires a location with sharp drainage and full sun, which is absolutely critical for developing its signature deep foliage pigmentation and maximizing bloom production. While it is notably drought-tolerant once established, maintaining consistent moisture without overwatering will keep the growth lush and prevent premature blooming on stunted stems.
Celosia 'Dragon's Breath'
Full Sun
red flower
Zone: 10
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