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Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow'-Vibrant Annual-Attracts Pollinators 4.5" Pot (Pack of 4)

Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow'-Vibrant Annual-Attracts Pollinators 4.5" Pot (Pack of 4)

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Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow'

Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow'

Description

Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow' is a vibrant annual known for its striking, flame-like yellow blooms. This plant adds a splash of color to gardens and containers with its unique, feathery flower spikes that resemble flames. It is a favorite for its long-lasting blooms and ability to attract pollinators.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, containers, and as a striking centerpiece in garden beds. Its vibrant color makes it perfect for adding contrast and interest to any landscape. Also suitable as a cut flower for floral arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Celosia 'Kelos Fire Yellow'
  • Common Name Common Name: Kelos Fire Yellow' Celosia
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 12-18 inches tall
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 10-11 (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Herbaceous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, with adequate light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes, excellent for arrangements
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Marigolds, Zinnias, and Petunias

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant after the last frost in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowering
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Not frost-tolerant; treat as an annual in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during growing season
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent stem breakage
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