Orange celosia is not a perennial plant for most of us. In general, celosia is grown as an annual, which means it completes its life cycle within one year. This means that it grows from seed, produces flowers, sets seed, and then dies off once the first frost in the fall arrives.
However, in warmer climates such as USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10 and 11, celosia can be grown as a short-lived perennial. This means that it can continue to grow and flower for a few years before eventually dying off. In these regions, the milder winters allow the plant to survive and potentially regrow in the following season.
While orange celosia is not typically grown as a perennial in most regions, there are some strategies you can use to extend its lifespan. One option is to collect the seeds from the plant before it dies off and save them for planting in the next growing season. This way, you can continue to enjoy the vibrant orange blooms year after year.
In my own experience, I have grown celosia as an annual in my garden. I love the bright and unique flowers it produces, and it adds a pop of color to my landscape. While I have not personally grown it as a perennial, I have seen it thrive in warmer climates where it is able to come back year after year.
While orange celosia is primarily grown as an annual, it can be grown as a short-lived perennial in warmer regions. By collecting and saving seeds, you can potentially continue to enjoy its vibrant blooms for multiple years.
