{"product_id":"celosia-chief-fire-seeds-namibia","title":"Celosia Chief Fire Seeds Namibia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelosia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking cut flower grown for its bold texture, strong stems, and beautiful shape in the garden and vase. It is a wonderful choice for gardeners, floral designers, and small-scale flower farmers looking for a flower that adds colour, structure, and something a little different to mixed plantings and bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eLove Dahlias Namibia\u003c\/strong\u003e, we love celosia for the way it adds texture, colour, and long-lasting interest to the cutting garden. It works beautifully in both fresh and dried arrangements, making it a very useful flower for anyone wanting to grow for beauty, bunching, or arranging. If you have been searching for celosia seed in Namibia, cut flower seeds Namibia, or flowers that dry well, this is a lovely one to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelosia\u003c\/strong\u003e is an annual that grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil with good organic matter. It is especially rewarding in a cut flower patch, where regular harvesting and pinching can encourage more branching and better stem production through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–14 days at 21–27°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting recommended:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow into seed trays or cell trays 6–8 weeks before planting out. Light is needed for germination, so cover the seed only very lightly to hold it in place. Bottom water or mist gently to avoid disturbing the seed and soil. Grow seedlings on at 17–20°C. Harden off before transplanting after danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only recommended in areas with a long growing season. Sow about 3 mm deep after the last frost. Low temperatures and less than 12 hours of light may cause premature flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moist, fertile soil high in organic matter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50cm depending on variety\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVase life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–14 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celosia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor fresh flowers, harvest when the blooms are fully developed and the stems are firm at the base of the flower. For dried flowers, harvest at the same stage, remove the foliage, and hang in a dark, well-ventilated place to dry. Pinching is recommended while plants are growing to encourage branching, improve stem production, and create fuller, more productive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy growers love celosia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful texture for bouquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for both fresh and dried arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds strong colour and shape to the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants when pinched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lovely choice for home gardeners, floral designers, and small-scale flower farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Love Dahlias Namibia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48018278318294,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"NAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2426\/0310\/files\/CelosiaChiefFire01LoveDahliasNamibia.png?v=1774950514","url":"https:\/\/lovedahliasnamibia.com\/products\/celosia-chief-fire-seeds-namibia","provider":"Love Dahlias Namibia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}