Celosia argentea cristata Delhi Rainbow


Approved Novelty

Delhi Rainbow is has a good uniformity in plant style and height at flowering. The plant has a medium flowering time.

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
Good uniformity in plant style and height at flowering. Medium flowering time. Medium height. No malformed flowers in hot area.
Colour:
Bicolor - pink with orange edge
Flower:
7-8 cm
Flowering Period:
Summer to Early Autumn
Type:
Annual, O.P., Diploid
Use:
cutflower
Seed:
1000 seeds per gram
Plant:
Height: 60 cm; Spread: 15-20 cm
Growing:

Sow in March at 20°C. Do not cover the seeds. Do not let the soil dry. 120 days sowing to flowering. Grow at 18°C.

Planting:
Plant out mid May at 15 x 15 cm distance in sunny spot. Tender.

Registration details

Breeder:
Miyoshi & Co.
Entry number:
203/05
Protection Period:
20 years
Expiry Date:
2025-12-31