About
This annual plant reaches a height of approximately 70 cm, featuring green foliage with prominent veining. It produces large, vibrant orange flower heads atop sturdy, upright stems that do not branch. 'Act Zara' is part of the Celosia Act series, recognized for its vivid colors, extended vase life, and resilience against diseases.
About the genus
Celosia can be classified as annuals, perennials, or shrubs. They feature either simple or lobed leaves that are arranged alternately. The small flowers, which are vividly colored, are grouped in large, plume-like clusters. Numerous cultivated varieties are closely associated with C. argentea.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 1 year
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Place the plant in a bright spot with indirect light. Direct sunlight can cause the flower colors to fade. Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks. Avoid delaying transplanting to avoid root damage and stunted growth
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by seeds in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, glasshouse whitefly and aphids
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to diseases such as Botrytis and Fusarium.