finally got one that looks perfect, the other flowers are missing petals

Wow, that's pretty, Shaylaina...
... I'm pleased you were able to photograph a perfect one :o)

From all those little packets of seed I had and the names I wrote down...I'm thinking this is Celosia Century Flame...I think.
Thank you

Whatever it is, it looks fab. ! Lol.

This is Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria), I have a bit of it as well that came from a packet of mixed seed. From the internet: This wide ranging annual is native to the eastern and central United States. It's vivid, bicolored flowers of dark red and yellow stand out in a garden, meadow or other natural setting. A small number of flowers will be entirely dark red. Plains Coreopsis grows well in full sun to light shade and prefers moderate to moist soils.

Thanks for the info, Grammazoo... :o)

ah hah...in my notes of what I planted this year I have Plains Coreopsis Tinctoria.
Thank you :)

How's that for a beatuiful color combo ! Your post has talked me into growing some more next year.