Red Cock's Comb

Celosia ‘Fresh Look Red’ is an upright annual with bright green leaves and red plume-shaped flowers above a compact, branched plant. It flowers from late spring into autumn, and new leaves grow over fading plumes to keep the display looking full. ### Garden Use Use this sun-loving celosia in a border, patio container, or seasonal bed for a strong block of red. The flowers also suit cutting and drying. [All-America Selections’ trial profile](https://all-americaselections.org/product/celosia-fresh-look-red/) reports reliable summer color, good performance through heat and wet or dry weather, and little need for grooming. ### Growing Conditions Plant in full sun and freely draining soil; give it room for air movement and water regularly while roots establish. Ball Seed lists an upright habit, heat tolerance, and a garden size near 14 inches tall by 12 inches wide on its [Fresh Look Red plant page](https://info.ballseed.com/webtrackplantinfo.aspx?ENV=P&phid=014503522004463). Mature size can vary with climate, fertility, and moisture. ### Seasonal Interest The red plumes bring color from late spring through summer and may continue into autumn in warm conditions. The foliage remains green during the active growing season. ## Maintenance Water containers before the root ball dries completely and remove any damaged stems. Fresh Look produces new foliage over older plumes, so routine deadheading is generally unnecessary. Treat it as a warm-season annual and remove it after frost.