Celosia argentea cristata Chief Carmine – Deep carmine red powerhouse for warm summers

With its intense, deep red-tinted flowers and powerful appearance, this celosia is a real eye-catcher in summer borders and a valuable cut flower for warm periods.

Large, round flower heads with maximum impact

What distinguishes Celosia argentea cristata Chief Carmine is its large, uniform, spherical flower heads. Instead of the classic pleated cockscomb shape, Chief Carmine develops compact, globe-like flowers with a full structure. The deep carmine red color gives a rich, warm appearance and creates a strong visual impact.

This flower shape makes the plant particularly suitable for high-quality cut flower production. The sturdy structure retains its shape excellently and offers long-lasting ornamental value, both fresh and dried.

Developed for high temperatures

The Chief series is known for its excellent performance in warm conditions. Celosia argentea cristata Chief Carmine continues to grow vigorously and produces high-quality flower heads, even during hot spells. This makes it particularly suitable for summer cultivation in warm regions or for production in greenhouses with high temperatures.

While some summer crops suffer in extreme heat, Chief Carmine maintains its uniform growth and flower structure. This ensures a reliable harvest and consistent product quality.

Very uniform growth and efficient cultivation

Uniformity is a key characteristic of this variety. The plants develop evenly in height and flowering time, simplifying planning and harvesting. This is a major advantage for professional growers who strive for consistent batches and efficient processing.

Celosia argentea cristata Chief Carmine is suitable for:

• Plug cultivation (tray production)

• Direct sowing in open ground

• Cut flower production

• Summer bed and border planting

Thanks to its strong genetic base, this variety delivers predictable results and uniform batch composition.

Excellent as a cut flower in summer

Chief Carmine is particularly suitable as a cut flower during warm periods. The plant produces sturdy, straight stems with compact, high-quality flower heads. When planted closely, the stems become extra strong, resulting in premium cut flowers with a long shelf life.

The intense carmine red color adds depth and contrast to bouquets and field arrangements. The flowers are also suitable for dried flower arrangements, where their color and shape are largely preserved.

For cut flower growers this offers reliable summer production with strong market value.

Strong stems due to dense planting

By planting plants closer together, you encourage the development of long, sturdy stems. This improves the quality of the cut flowers and increases uniformity within the crop. The combination of strong stems and compact flower heads makes Chief Carmine a high-quality choice for professional production.

The plant also makes a powerful statement in garden plantings. Its carmine-red flower heads combine beautifully with ornamental grasses, yellow summer bloomers, or contrasting shades of purple.

Care and cultivation advice

For optimal performance:

• Location in full sun

• Well-drained, nutritious soil

• Regular watering without wet feet

• If necessary, fertilize during active growth

Chief Carmine develops quickly and blooms profusely throughout the summer. Thanks to its heat tolerance, the flower quality remains high, even during prolonged warm weather.