Celosia Spicata Fluffy Terracota
SEEDS ORDERS ARE SHIPPED WITHIN 5-7 WORKING DAYS
Product Specification
Celosia Spicata Fluffy Terracota is a beautiful cut-flower celosia with elegant, feathery plumes in warm terracotta and burnt orange tones. Its strong, upright stems and long-lasting flowers make it excellent for bouquets and dried arrangements. The warm color works especially well in autumn-inspired and natural floral designs.
Our home-produced seed strain, originally derived from Celosia spicata Celway™ Terracota. Plants are highly uniform in flower color and form.
Home-produced seeds, grown and carefully harvested in our professional Dutch greenhouse using isolated tunnels and a dedicated pollinator colony.
Tips to Grow:
Celosia is a warm-loving plant and does not tolerate frost. It prefers well-drained, compost rich soils and regular watering. Low temperatures and less than 12 hours of light can cause premature flowering. Light is required for germination; cover lightly with vermiculite. Avoid disturbing roots, sow seeds in individual cell trays.
Numbers of seeds in package: 30 seeds
Average seed life: 4-5 years
6-8
12-14
0,3 cm
8-14
21-27 ⁰С
annual
60-80 cm
full sun
25-30 cm
Starting from Seeds
The journey of cultivating seeds offers numerous rewards. It provides an early start to the season, grants access to a plenty of unique varieties not commonly available at local nurseries, and efficiently fills your cutting garden at a budget-friendly cost.
Growing Experience
Cultivating plants from seeds is not just a horticultural task- it’s a journey of growth and discovery. As you embark on this journey, each stage of the process becomes a fulfilling experience.
From the delicate germination of the seeds to the sturdy emergence of seedlings, and finally, the flourishing of mature plants, you become an active participant in the miraculous cycle of life.
Make the most of our knowledge to avoid common gardening mistakes and successfully grow your dahlias. Explore our blog on "How to start from Seeds" and feel free to reach out with any questions.
Blog posts
Rooted cuttings, tuber divisions and tuber clumps. What’s the difference?
Our dahlia collection includes dahlia tuber divisions, dahlia tuber clumps and rooted cuttings. So, which planting unit should you choose, and what is the difference between them?
Kristine Albrecht: The breeder behind KA’s® dahlias
For almost two decades, Kristine has devoted her small urban farm to one thing above all else: creating new dahlias.
The best time to plant dahlia tubers is after the risk of hard frost has passed and the soil has started to warm up. In most parts of Europe, this is usually from late April to May.