Intenz Lipstick Celosia (often labeled as Celosia argentea or Celosia spicata "Intenz Lipstick") is a striking flowering annual valued for its tall, feathery plumes in vibrant cherry‑red to magenta-purple tones. Here's a breakdown of its key characteristics. The Intenz series continues to bloom well in the heat of summer.
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Origins: |
India and Nepal |
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Height: |
1' - 1.5' |
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Spread: |
0.5' - 1’ |
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Spacing: |
1’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
10 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Edging, Pond or Stream Sides, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Lantana, African Daisy, Floss Flower
IMAGES: Photos by Ball Seed, Intenz Lipstick Celosia
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown