Celosia argentea cristata Chief Mixture – Colorful bulb blooms for strong summer production

With a wide colour palette – ranging from yellow and orange to pink and deep red – this mix ensures maximum visual impact in summer borders and in high-quality cut flower applications.

Large, uniform, spherical flower heads

Celosia argentea cristata Chief Mixture is characterized by its large, rounded flower heads with a compact, globe-shaped structure. Unlike the classic pleated cockscomb shape, this series offers sturdy, even flowers with a powerful appearance.

The mix contains several intense colors that together form a vibrant and harmonious whole. This makes the Chief Mixture ideal for colorful garden displays and dynamic bouquets where contrast and variety are desired.

The uniform flower shape and consistent plant habit ensure a professional appearance, both in the field and in trade.

Developed for warm production conditions

The Chief series is ideal for production in areas with high temperatures. Celosia argentea cristata Chief Mixture maintains its vigor, flower size, and stem strength during periods of heat. This makes the mix particularly reliable for summer cultivation, even under stressful conditions.

While some crops suffer from a decline in quality in extreme heat, Chief maintains consistent performance. This results in consistent flower quality and a predictable harvest.

Uniform growth and efficient cultivation

Despite the variety in colors, Chief Mixture maintains a very uniform growth habit. The plants develop evenly in height and flowering time, which simplifies planning and harvesting. This is a major advantage for professional growers who strive for consistent batches.

Celosia argentea cristata Chief Mixture is suitable for:

• Plug cultivation (tray production)

• Direct sowing in open field cultivation

• Professional cut flower production

• Summer bed and border planting

The strong genetic base of the Chief series guarantees reliable performance and efficient production.

Excellent as a cut flower in summer heat

The Chief Mixture is particularly well-suited for cut flower production during warm periods. The plants produce long, straight, and sturdy stems with compact, spherical flower heads of high quality. When planted closely together, they develop extra strong stems, resulting in premium cut flowers.

The mix of colors offers florists versatility and creative possibilities. The flowers have a good vase life and are also excellent for dried flower arrangements, where shape and color are largely retained.

For cut flower growers, this mix represents a stable and profitable summer production with broad market applications.

Strong stems due to optimal planting density

By planting plants closer together, they encourage the development of straight, sturdy stems. This increases the quality of the cut flowers and ensures uniform batches. The strong stem structure prevents buckling and facilitates transport and processing.

In garden plantings, Chief Mixture adds vibrant color and structure to borders. The combination of different shades creates a dynamic, summery effect that offers long-lasting ornamental value.

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

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