Celosia cristata 'Twisted Dark Orange' ~ Twisted Dark Orange Celosia steward-birds The glossy dark green foliage

The glossy dark green foliage turns burgundy in fall and can also be used as a groundcover

Red Beauty Hens and Chicks is a mat-forming evergreen succulent  that grows in tight rosettes of flat frosty grey-green foliage with deep red tips that flushes further as the weather cools

creating a breathtaking display

(2) Waterperry Blue Speedwell (1)+(2)

Few problems if watered regularly and deeply with plenty of air circulation

Celosia cristata 'Twisted Dark Orange' ~ Twisted Dark Orange Celosia steward-birds The glossy dark green foliageTwisted Dark Orange Celosia is a vigorous warm season annual with rich dark green foliage. Its distinct velvety brain shaped flowerheads are rich orange and bloom through spring until frost. Best bloom in full sun and consistently moist well drained soils. Tolerates light shade and dry soils. Type: Annual Origins: Tropical Africa Height: 1. 5' 1. 75' Spread: 0. 75' 1 Spacing: 0. 75 USDA Hardiness Zone: 10 11 Culture: Full Sun Bloom Color: Orange