{"product_id":"flower-celosia-plume-scarlet-2000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Flower Celosia Plume Scarlet 2000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring bold summer color to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eFlower Celosia Plume Scarlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tall plants reach approximately 36–48 inches and produce large, feathery scarlet-red plumes for beds, borders and cutting gardens. Gather stems for a fresh arrangement or dry the plumes for wreaths and bouquets that extend your enjoyment beyond the growing season. This heat-loving heirloom, open-pollinated variety also works as a tall focal point in large containers. Expect blooms in approximately 120 days from seed, depending on growing conditions. Each packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 non-GMO heirloom seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 94%. Test Date: 12\/24. AWSC.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: None\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Celosia Plume Scarlet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeathery Scarlet Plumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich red flowers add height, texture and a strong color accent to sunny plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTall Garden Presence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants approximately 36–48 inches tall provide a backdrop for shorter flowers and a focal point in large containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-Loving Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm-season choice for summer gardens, including suitable sites in Texas, the Southwest and Southeast. Established plants tolerate some dry conditions but still need appropriate watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh-Cut Flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gather colorful stems for mixed bouquets. Vase life depends on harvest stage, water quality and room conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Floral Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Properly dried plumes can retain color for months when protected from moisture and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 120 days from seed to bloom; planting date, climate and care affect flowering duration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers can attract butterflies and beneficial insects during the blooming season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom and Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save mature seed if desired, allowing for natural variation and possible cross-pollination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow a non-GMO flower variety for ornamental garden and floral use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun with ample direct light for strong growth and flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use well-drained soil with moderate organic matter. The existing growing guidance recommends a pH of 6.0–7.0. Avoid poorly drained sites and excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors approximately 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost, or sow outdoors after frost risk has passed and soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Harden off indoor-grown seedlings before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press the tiny seeds into moist seed-starting mix or prepared soil, leaving them exposed to light as directed in the existing listing. Keep the surface evenly moist during germination and follow packet directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow approximately 12–18 inches between plants for plume development and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Let the soil surface dry slightly between waterings without allowing plants to wilt severely. Avoid standing water around roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertilizer as needed according to soil-test recommendations and label directions. Too much nitrogen can favor foliage over flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install stakes or flower-support netting if tall stems lean in wind or under the weight of blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeadheading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent plumes for a tidy planting and to encourage further flowering, or leave selected heads to mature for seed collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut stems when plumes are well developed and colorful, using clean tools. Place promptly in clean water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest healthy plumes before they deteriorate. Hang small bunches upside down in a dry, shaded, well-ventilated location for approximately 2–3 weeks, or until thoroughly dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWays to Use Celosia Plume Scarlet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Arrangements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine scarlet plumes with white, yellow or orange flowers for bold summer bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Bouquets and Wreaths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fully dried stems in seasonal arrangements. Protect finished displays from damp conditions and strong sunlight to help preserve their color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMass Plantings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Group plants in drifts, including groups of 9–12 or more where space permits, for a broad display of scarlet color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Containers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a tall focal plant in pots with drainage holes, allowing adequate root space and providing support when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with zinnias, cosmos and sunflowers for varied summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Bouquets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add distinctive plume texture to mixed bouquets for farm stands, farmers markets or floral shares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Celosia Plume Scarlet Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant your 2,000-seed packet for vivid scarlet plumes in summer beds, fresh bouquets and dried arrangements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties may show natural variation in plant height, plume size, color and bloom timing. Performance varies with climate, soil, planting date and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry location away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Celosia seeds may remain viable for 3–5 years under suitable storage, but germination declines with age and storage conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow as a frost-sensitive, warm-season annual wherever the growing season is long enough for flowering. Use local frost dates rather than a hardiness-zone number alone to plan sowing. Do not rely on plants surviving winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e These seeds are sold for planting. 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