(Cosmos bipinnatus) These last few years the birds have Loved our cosmos seed but we finally smartened up before total seed loss, netted the patch, and voila, seed! Always happy to feed the birds and bees and always happy to have some left to share with all of you. These flowers are gorgeous especially if you love the ease of cutting a single flower and enjoying a variety of colors. Ranging from pure crimson to white with delicate crimson striping, crimson with subtle white striping and stunning dusty rose, these 3-4’ tall plants with long cutting stems and a riot of blooms and buds mean they are both a terrific choice for cutting as well as a long-lasting delight. As with all cosmos, keeping them deadheaded will keep them blooming. Subtle sweet smell. Impressive bloom set.
70-85 days UO

Packet: 75 seeds

[split]

Growing Info

SOWING:

Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before your last frost.

Transplant out after last frost.

Direct seed after last frost.

Note: Dependable, long blooming, and pollinator attracting.

PLANTING DEPTH:

1/8"-1/4"

SPACING:

12-18" in rows 15-24" apart.

EMERGENCE:

7-14 days @ soil temp 65-75F

LIGHT:

Full sun

FERTILITY:

Average. Prefers well-drained, and evenly moist soil but is tolerant of most soils.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Dependable and care-free, long blooming, and pollinator attracting.

Do provide support for taller varieties!

Pinch back at 1' to encourage branching and strong stems.

Requires very little save for your admiration. Excellent, airy filler or standalone bouquet.

Harvest stems or branches at bud break and expect a vase life of 5-7 days. Buds will continue to open if you cut branches.

Cosmos, 'Velouette'