SEED STORIES | Chinese Wool Flower: The Showiest Celosia!

The John Lewis Childs Seed Co. introduced Chinese Wool Flower to American gardeners in the early 20th century, and for a time, it was the eccentric darling of the flower bed before falling into obscurity. Jere Gettle longed to revive this showy, fluffy celosia -- so different from its relatives -- but the seeds were almost impossible to find. Finally, we acquired a single pack from a seed company in Japan and grew them out. At last, we plan to offer this extraordinary variety for sale in our 2021 catalog. It's gorgeous, sure, but it's not just for show! Learn its amazing story and the many uses of celosia.

[@AlecKollman]

I am so excited. Have my seeds and germination station ready to go. Lining my home entry this spring with this spectacular celosia.

[@John.Flower.Productions]

Results?

[@drew5555555555555555]

Just got a pack of these the other day. Super pumped about planting them this spring.

[@ashelymichael5808]

My plans were to only have edibles in my garden but i didnt know you could eat it... looks like im making space for this beautiful addition next year.

[@ross6343]

I keep forgetting about celosia...and I know the perfect spot for this iteration next summer. Thanks for reminding me...and another great video! Stay safe - be well.

[@PrincessShaBooBoo]

Wow! How beautiful. 🥰 I would love to know more of the culinary and medicinal uses of this beauty. I do not remember learning about this cultivar in college 🤔 It’s been so long ago though 😅 22-23 years ago. Excellent video! My favorite narrator too🎉💚😊

[@tingchen6337]

Thanks for sharing this story! Really enjoy watching this channel!

[@stacysalinas22]

Thank you for the interesting video! They are lovely. What a nicely done presentation. Thank you very much! Best wishes.

[@mrsdomino4196]

It is stunning. Thank you.

[@KERBELAEXCLUSIVA]

Thank you 💚 💚 🖐

[@TheUltimateGardener]

Great video you guys!!🌟✨🌿

[@rohinisrs]

Fascinating.

[@ThatBritishHomestead]

I need this plant now! :) I love this channel

[@shulamitebeautifulbride]

I didnt know it was edible. I started some from seed in the spring. Thank you

[@zombmomandrea6014]

I ordered some because they were finally available but I'm confused because under chinese wool flower on the label says it is a celosia argentea but this video says its celosia childsii? The packet had no instruction for growing either.

[@redpanda_ann]

Yep I want one

[@pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550]

Celosia is one of my favorite flowers to grow. I'm hoping you will have seeds available soon!

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

Seeds are available. Just got my order on 12/18.

[@pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550]

@@TalkingThreadsMedia thank you! I was on the notification lost so should have gotten an email letting me know it was in stock but didn't for some reason. You just made my day!💜

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

Suggest mailing in your order quickly. These flowers are so beautiful that the seeds will undoubtedly be scarfed up - immediately! Good luck! Kate

[@PlowAndPantryHomestead]

Gorgeous! When will the 2021 catalog come out?

[@RareSeedsBC]

Hi! The Whole Seed Catalog usually starts shipping around the end of November. We'll be taking preorders in a week or so, so check back on rareseeds.com for a link.

[@nunyabiznes33]

Would they grow in tropical climates? I'm in SE Asia but didn't see anyone planting them here. Edit: OK so they're tropical originally, apparently.

[@larrisalewis8558]

Can I get the reference you use? Im doing a report on this flower.

[@andymelero9316]

When will these seeds be available???

[@RareSeedsBC]

2021!

[@andymelero9316]

@@RareSeedsBC great answer. Geeeezzzzzz

[@cseto5701]

Is this an annual or perennial?

[@RareSeedsBC]

Its a short-lived perennial primarily grown as an annual

[@sislertx]

Well i jumped over to your web site and they are NOT LISTED!!!!

[@UOlover13]

Read the description. They will be listed in 2021

[@RareSeedsBC]

2021

[@patriciasalazar3989]

i bought seeds 2 months ago, and they did'nt arrive. :c (Im from México)

[@Angela410R]

Is anyone else having problems with the video it's cutting out so bad. Maybe I can re-watch it later and it will be better in this area. Love the love 💞