Celosia argentea var. plumosa Golden Plume | Feather Celosia | Tall

Celosia argentea var. plumosa ‘Golden Plume’ | Feather Celosia | Tall

We’re thrilled to introduce Celosia argentea var. plumosa ‘Golden Plume’ — a stunning feather celosia that brings sunshine to any garden! Known for its tall, wispy, golden plumes and silky texture, this variety truly shines in borders, beds, and bouquets. In our variety trials, ‘Golden Plume’ stood out for the intensity of its color and impressive bloom longevity.

Perfect as a cut flower or for drying, this celosia adds airy texture and vibrant color to arrangements. Bees and pollinators adore it, and gardeners love its easy, prolific nature.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Celosia argentea var. plumosa
• Common name: Feather Celosia, Prince of Wales’ Feathers, Pampas Plume Celosia, Cockscomb
  
• Color: Golden yellow plumes
• Type: Annual, half-hardy
• Height: 30=60 cm
• Spacing: 15–30 cm
• Blooming period: July–September
• Days to maturity: 80 days
• Vase life: 7–14 days (fresh or dried)
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Sowing & Growing Instructions

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost, surface sow lightly, keep at 20–25 °C. Germination in 8–14 days.
• Transplanting: Pot on seedlings and plant outdoors after frost risk has passed.
• Direct sowing: Possible only in long-season climates.
• Pinching: Recommended at 15–20 cm tall to encourage branching.
• Care: Pinch first plume to encourage branching; keep soil evenly moist
  
• Fertilization: Every 2 weeks for abundant blooms

Uses

✔ Excellent for cut flowers and drying
✔ Stunning in borders, beds, and containers
✔ Adds lightness and texture to mixed bouquets
✔ Pollinator-friendly and long-flowering

Cultivation Notes:
An easy annual — remove and compost plants at season’s end. ‘Golden Plume’ offers large, golden-yellow, long-lasting blooms that bring warmth to gardens and arrangements all summer long.