Dwarf varieties and those up to four feet tall are available. Celosia thrives in full sun or part shade and prefer a rich, moist soil. Use them as a ground cover, background or as bedding plants. Use the flowers for dried bouquets. Gladiolus corms are planted this month.
Space corms four to six inches apart.
Roses are putting out new growth after their winter pruning. Monitor often and start disease treatment as soon as any leaf spots or powdery mildew appears. Triforine, Dithane, or Basic Copper are labeled for rose disease control. Follow label directions. E nsign wasps are small black insects that occasionally fly into or live in homes, warehouses, or other buildings.