Rooster Comb Plant. Exact process for planting cockscomb seeds. If the soil in the planting site is dry and thin dig 3 inches of garden compost or well rotted manure into the top 6 inches of soil with a garden fork.
Cockscomb flowers celosia cristata are also known as crested celosias and wool flowers they are annual growing plants that are originally from south africa. One variety resembles a rooster s comb while the other variety resembles a bunch. The common name of cockscomb comes from the bloom s resemblance to a rooster s comb.
Planting out warm cloudy still days are best for planting cockscomb flowers.
This unique bloom will grace your borders in shades of red pink and yellow. Plant tall varieties in locations sheltered from strong winds. One variety resembles a rooster s comb while the other variety resembles a bunch. Plants usually require more water when they go outside.