5. Celosia
Scientific Name: Celosia
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Plant Size: 0.7 inches to 3 feet
- Geographic Origin: Africa
- Plant Zone: 10-11
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
Celosia is a plume-shaped flower that resembles a fiery flame. The flowers are narrow and tall and almost look furry. You can choose from a wide variety of colors such as pink, purple, orange, yellow, and dark maroon.
This gorgeous flower is a warm-weather perennial or long-blooming annual that is easy to care for and often reseeds itself. Its flowers are quite large and plentiful, creating a stunning display along a section or walkway of a garden. It prefers direct sunlight and well-drained soil.
Here’s one surprising thing about Celosia: its young leaves are edible!
