Celosia argentea cristata Chief Fire – Flaming color power for summer top performances

With its fiery colour scheme and powerful flower structure, Chief Fire brings energy and dynamism to summer borders and high-quality cut flower applications.

Large, round flower heads with a striking appearance

What immediately sets Celosia argentea cristata Chief Fire apart are its large, uniform, globe-shaped flower heads. Unlike the traditional pleated cockscomb shape, this variety develops compact, spherical flowers with a firm, full structure.

The intense reddish-orange hue is reminiscent of flames and ensures maximum attention. This powerful color makes Chief Fire a real eye-catcher in garden plantings and floral arrangements. The sturdy flower heads retain their shape excellently and are suitable for both fresh and dried use.

Developed for high temperatures

The Chief series is ideal for production in areas with warm summers. Celosia argentea cristata Chief Fire maintains its vigor and flower quality, even during prolonged heat. While some summer crops lose uniformity or stem strength in high temperatures, Chief Fire continues to perform reliably.

This makes her particularly interesting for summer cultivation in warm regions and for greenhouse production under higher temperature conditions. The plant continues to flower consistently and delivers a stable, high-quality harvest.

Uniform growth and efficient production

Uniformity is a core quality of Chief Fire. The plants develop evenly in height, flowering time, and flower size. This results in a homogeneous crop that is easy to plan and harvest.

Celosia argentea cristata Chief Fire is suitable for:

• Plug cultivation (tray production)

• Direct sowing in open field cultivation

• Professional cut flower production

• Summer bed and border planting

Thanks to its predictable growth and strong genetics, this variety offers reliable production and consistent quality.

High-quality cut flower during warm periods

Chief Fire is particularly suitable as a cut flower during the summer months. The plant produces long, straight, and sturdy stems with compact, spherical flower heads of high quality. When planted closely together, it develops extra strong stems, resulting in premium cut flowers.

The fiery color adds warmth and intensity to bouquets and field arrangements. The flowers are also very suitable for dried flower arrangements, where their striking color is largely preserved.

For cut flower growers, Chief Fire offers reliable summer production with high market value and excellent shelf life.

Strong stems due to optimal planting density

Dense planting encourages the development of strong, straight stems. This increases the quality of the cut flowers and contributes to uniform batches. The strong stem structure prevents buckling and makes transport easier.

In garden plantings, the large red-orange flower heads add structure and height to borders. Chief Fire combines beautifully with yellow, purple, or dark green accents for a vibrant summer display of color.

Care and cultivation advice

For optimal results:

• Location in full sun

• Well-drained, nutritious soil

• Regular watering without waterlogging

• Fertilize during active growth for maximum flower development

Chief Fire develops quickly and blooms profusely throughout the summer. Thanks to its heat resistance, the flower quality remains high, even during warm periods.