Cramer's Rose celosia
Celosia argentea 'Cramers Rose'
USDA zones10 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size2 to 6 inches tall
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Rose
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Cramer's Rose' celosia (Celosia argentea 'Cramer's Rose') is an annual for borders, cut flowers, and accents. It is not cold-hardy and will not survive freezing temperatures. This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. The crested rose flowers have an iridescent shine and attract butterflies and bees. It sits low on the menu for deer. This plant is also drought tolerant.
Pairs well with California Giants zinnia, Blackfoot daisy, and Black Star gladiolus.