CHIEF PERSIMMON
Best vibrant annual for gardeners wanting easy-to-grow, long-stemmed cut flowers.
Brighten your garden and home with Chief Persimmon Celosia, an annual flower boasting vivid, super-saturated flaming orange blooms. Its velvety texture and long, sturdy stems make it ideal for stunning cut bouquets, bringing a touch of sunshine indoors. Territorial Seed Company specializes in easy-to-grow varieties with superior color and fragrance. This open-pollinated flower is perfect for direct sowing, offering reliable performance and continuous summer color for any garden.
$13.80
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
4592
/ 6090
#4592 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+30%
Above average
Scientific Name
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/ Celosia argentea var cristata
Who it's for
- Northern gardeners in regions with harsh, freezing winters
- Home orchardists seeking high-quality, reliable fruit yields
- Busy growers wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant trees
Who should skip it
- Impatient harvesters who prefer fruit ready to eat immediately
- Gardeners looking for quick, near-term fruit production
- Small-space growers unable to accommodate multiple trees for pollination
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Saturated orange hues provide a high-contrast focal point for any garden.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and velvety textures excel in professional-grade floral arrangements.
Germination Complexity
Requires specific light and temperature thresholds for consistent seedling success.
Ease of Sowing
Direct sowing capability simplifies the planting process for seasonal gardeners.
Growth Reliability
Open-pollinated genetics offer dependable performance throughout the summer months.
Versatility
Strict full-sun requirements limit placement options for smaller urban spaces.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Celosia argentea var. cristata
Seeds per gram
Approximately 1200
Germination Code
(1) and (6)
Germination Temperature Range
70-85°F
Germination Time
6-15 days
Sunlight Requirement
Needs at least 12 hours of light per day to germinate
Plant Type
Flower
Life Cycle
Annual
Features
- Vivid, super-saturated flaming orange flowers
- Velvety texture enhances visual appeal
- Long, sturdy stems ideal for bouquets
- Easy to grow for reliable results
- Good for direct sowing
- Brings sunshine indoors via cut flowers
- Annual life cycle for seasonal color
- Thrives in full sun conditions
What customers say
Customers highly value the 'Chief Persimmon' for its superior cold hardiness and dependable fruit production, making it ideal for challenging growing regions. The initial quality of the nursery stock receives strong praise. Reviewers consistently note the meticulous packaging, confirming bare-root trees arrived healthy, dormant, and often exceeding expectations in size and root development. This robust starting material justifies the investment for serious enthusiasts. While the slow initial establishment phase requires patience, the consensus confirms the high quality of the delivered stock positions this variety as a reliable, high-value purchase promising sweet, nonastringent fruit long term.
Know before you buy
No, this variety is not recommended for containers. It is best suited for direct sowing in garden beds where it can receive the full sun and space required to develop its long, sturdy stems.
These seeds require a significant amount of light to germinate. Ensure they receive at least 12 hours of light per day and maintain a soil temperature between 70-85°F for the best results.
Under optimal conditions with sufficient light and warmth, you can expect germination to occur within 6 to 15 days.
Yes, they are excellent for bouquets. Their long, sturdy stems and velvety, vibrant orange blooms hold up well once cut, making them a great choice for indoor arrangements.
No, Chief Persimmon is an annual flower. It will complete its life cycle in a single season, providing continuous color throughout the summer before dying back with the first frost.
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