Fiery summer heat no problem for Dragon’s Breath Celosia
The fiery, plumelike blooms of Dragon’s Breath celosia stand out in warm-season landscapes. Photo by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter
Dragon’s Breath celosia can grow to 20 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide. Photo by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter
For centuries, folktales told in cultures around the world have included a fearsome creature: the firebreathing dragon.
While dragons are pure fantasy, flaminghot Louisiana summers are an all-toofamiliar reality for us gardeners. They’re no match, however, for Dragon’s Breath celosia — one of the newest selections for the Louisiana Super Plant program. It thrives in our heat and humidity while addi…
