Celosia Supercrest Mix Organic Seed
Best organic choice for gardeners seeking unique, vibrant floral displays.
Cultivate a vibrant garden with Celosia Supercrest Mix Organic Seed, featuring striking, fan-shaped flower combs in an iridescent spectrum of colors. These organic seeds mature in approximately 60 days from transplant or 80 days from direct seeding. While currently on backorder, this open-pollinated variety offers quantity discounts for larger plantings. It's an ideal choice for adding multi-colored beauty to your landscape, promising a stunning display throughout the season with its unique iridescent hues.
$4.51
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3177
/ 6090
#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Soil Temperature
7580
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, sculptural textures for their flower beds
- Environmentally conscious growers prioritizing chemical-free gardening practices
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting blooms for arrangements and dried crafts
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cooler climates lacking indoor seed-starting equipment
- Growers in humid regions struggling with plant fungal diseases
- Budget-focused gardeners looking for the most economical seed options
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Fan-shaped combs provide a dramatic, high-contrast focal point for any garden.
Organic Integrity
Certified organic seeds ensure a clean, chemical-free start for your landscape.
Growth Versatility
Adapts well to both direct seeding and transplanting for flexible scheduling.
Germination Reliability
Requires specific soil warmth but rewards patience with consistent, steady sprouting.
Landscape Utility
Tall, slender profile works best as a striking vertical garden accent.
Availability
Frequent backorders may disrupt planting plans for eager seasonal gardeners.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
75-80°F
Germination Lighting
Don't Cover Seed
Germination Days
7-10 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Grow on Temperature Night
60-65°F
Plant Spread
6-8 inches
Plant Height
36-48 inches
Plant Type
Annual Flower
Features
- Striking fan-shaped flower combs
- Vibrant iridescent color palette
- Organic seed for healthy growth
- Suitable for transplant or direct seeding
- Open-pollinated variety
- Quantity discounts available
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Celosia Supercrest Mix for its exceptional reliability and high performance. The near perfect germination rate ensures a robust start for cutting gardens, appealing strongly to environmentally conscious buyers due to its organic certification. Reviewers consistently delight in the mature plants, which produce large, velvety combs in a vibrant mix of jewel tones. These seeds are highly valued for their vigor and ease of growth, making them suitable for long lasting floral arrangements. Despite minor color distribution variations noted by some, the overall consensus confirms these seeds deliver reliable, high quality results and excellent value, establishing them as a top choice for dramatic annuals.
Know before you buy
You can do both. Starting them indoors as transplants will get you blooms in about 60 days, while direct seeding typically takes around 80 to 90 days to reach maturity.
Yes, these seeds need light to germinate. When planting, be sure not to cover the seeds with soil so they can receive the necessary exposure.
Since these plants have a spread of 6 to 8 inches and reach a height of up to 48 inches, spacing them about 8 inches apart is ideal to ensure proper airflow and growth.
These seeds germinate best in warm soil between 75-80°F. Once established, they thrive in full sun with moderate watering and prefer daytime temperatures between 65-70°F.
Yes, this is an open-pollinated variety. This means you can save seeds from your plants at the end of the season, and they will generally grow true to the parent plant.
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