Description
Golden, feathery, and full of life—our Yellow Plume Celosia (Celosia argentea var.) is more than just a summer showstopper. With its soft, flame-like blooms and vivid chartreuse-to-yellow (golden) coloring, this variety lights up garden beds, containers, and walkways while drawing in bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
Native to tropical Asia and Africa, Yellow Plume celosia is celebrated for its adaptability and long-lasting blooms that keep performing through the heat of summer and into early fall. The upright growth habit gives structure to your space, while the delicate flower heads add texture and movement—like little bursts of sunshine waving in the breeze.
Whether you’re building a pollinator-friendly garden or just want something bright and cheerful to fill in your sunny spots, this yellow variety is a foolproof favorite. At 40 Day Living, we love planting these along pathways and borders where they catch the light and the buzz of garden life.
Tips for Success:
• Plant en masse for maximum visual impact and pollinator support.
• Pair with purple basil or zinnias for a striking color combo.
Product Details:
• Plant Type: Ornamental flowering annual (zones 2–11)
• Size & Care: 12–24 inches tall, 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily, well-drained soil, low to moderate water, drought-tolerant once established; easy care, deadhead to encourage extended blooming
• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy with feathery, plume-like yellow blooms that sit atop strong stems. The plant maintains a tidy shape, making it excellent for borders and containers.
• Ideal For: Pollinator gardens, sunny flower beds and borders, container gardens and patio planters, small space or urban gardens, heat-tolerant and drought-prone areas
• Availability: Local pickup only at 40 Day Living Urban Farm/Plant Nursery (Clinton, MD); no shipping available
Support local farming while enhancing your green space. We look forward to meeting you when you pick up your plant!
