
Dhara Seeds
Celosia Lilliput Kewpie Mix Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 27 and March 30.
Celosia Lilliput Kewpie Mix offers a vibrant blend of small, feathery flower spikes in a variety of bright colors including red, yellow, and orange. This charming dwarf variety is perfect for adding color and texture to small gardens, containers, or borders. Its unique mix of hues and compact size make it an ideal plant for adding playful, bold accents to any landscape. The variety also attracts pollinators and thrives in full sun, making it a wonderful addition to both decorative and environmentally-friendly gardens.
Features:
Vibrant Color Mix: The Lilliput Kewpie Mix features an eye-catching combination of red, yellow, and orange feathery flowers, creating a colorful burst of hues for your garden.
Compact and Dwarf Size: At a small stature, it’s perfect for smaller garden spaces, containers, or edging flower beds without overcrowding surrounding plants.
Long-Lasting Blooms: The unique flower spikes hold their shape and vibrant color throughout the growing season, providing consistent beauty.
Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, helping to support a thriving garden ecosystem.
Heat and Drought Tolerant: This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and is resistant to drought once established.
Easy to Grow: The Kewpie Mix is ideal for beginner gardeners, offering a fun and colorful way to add texture and interest to garden designs.
Specifications:
Plant Type: Annual
Flower Color: Red, yellow, orange
Height: 6-10 inches (15-25 cm)
Spread: 6-8 inches (15-20 cm)
Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Season: Blooms from summer through fall
Hardiness: USDA zones 10-11 (typically grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Planting Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep
Spacing: Space plants 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) apart
Uses: Ideal for containers, small garden spaces, borders, or as a cut flower in arrangements.
Growing Tips:
Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or sow directly outdoors once all danger of frost has passed. Ensure a warm soil temperature (above 70 °F or 21 °C) for germination.
Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist during early growth. Once established, Lilliput Kewpie Mix is drought-tolerant and prefers dry soil.
Pruning: Deadhead flowers to encourage more blooms and keep plants looking fresh throughout the growing season.