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Cockscomb (Celosia / Lal Murga)

Cockscomb (Celosia / Lal Murga)

Celosia argentea var. cristata

Easy difficultySummerKharif
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
10" pot
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Start from
Scatter tiny seeds on soil surface and press lightly; germinates in 5-8 days

About Cockscomb (Celosia / Lal Murga)

A striking ornamental annual producing massive, brain-like or feathery flower heads in bright reds, pinks, and yellows. Extremely tolerant of the harsh Indian summer heat.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
25–35°C
Heat stress above
40°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
Low to Moderate (30–60%)
Rain sensitivity
Low

Growth stages

Stage 1
Germination
Day 0–8
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 9–40
Stage 3
Harvest
Day 90–110

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