Growth of Celosia argentea in potting media made with different tropical soil series

Authors

  • C.S. Hew Department of Botany, National University of Singapore, Republic of Singapore
  • S.K. Hee Department of Botany, National University of Singapore, Republic of Singapore

Keywords:

Celosia argentea, Potting media, Soil series

Abstract

The growth of Celosia argentea in various potting media using five different soil series, with or without fertilizer application, was evaluated. Celosia grew best in soil series with a sandy loam texture, high pH and nutrient content and it responded well to organic and chemical fertilizer.

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Issue

Volume 67 Number 3

Section

Research Papers