Celosia ‘Cristata Mix’ Flower Seeds

Velvety Crested Cockscomb Blooms in Fiery Mixed Colours

Celosia 'Cristata Mix' (Celosia argentea var. cristata) — known locally as Gul-e-Qalgha — produces dramatic crested, brain-like flower heads in vivid red, orange, yellow, magenta, and pink. The dense velvety crests have a unique texture unlike any other flower, making this heirloom annual a standout in beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements (fresh or dried).

Fast-growing, heat-loving, and surprisingly easy from seed, Cockscomb is one of the best-performing summer flowers for Pakistani gardens — with armfuls of unique velvety blooms from a single sowing.

Why You'll Love Growing Celosia Cristata

• Unique velvety crested flower heads
• Vivid mix of red, orange, yellow, magenta, pink
• Excellent fresh and dried cut flower
• Heat tolerant — thrives in Pakistani summer
• Long flowering season through summer and autumn
• Easy to grow from seed, beginner-friendly
• Self-seeds for return blooms next year

Plant Features

• Plant Type: Warm-season flowering annual
• Botanical Name: Celosia argentea var. cristata
• Other Names: Cockscomb, Gul-e-Qalgha, Woolflower
• Flower Colour: Mix of red, orange, yellow, magenta, pink
• Bloom Form: Dense crested, brain-like crests
• Plant Height: 12–16 inches (30–40 cm)
• Growth Habit: Upright, sturdy
• Growing Difficulty: Easy
• Container Friendly: Yes

Growing in Pakistan

Celosia is a warm-season flower that thrives in Pakistani heat. For Punjab, Sindh, and most plain regions, sow from February–July for continuous blooming through spring, summer, and early autumn. In cooler northern hill areas (Murree, Swat, Hunza), sow March–June. Provide full sun, well-drained fertile soil amended with compost, and moderate watering at the base. Avoid wetting leaves to prevent fungal issues. Deadhead spent crests to extend bloom season, or leave the last ones to mature for excellent dried arrangements.

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