Cosmos bipinnatus
Fluted, rolled petals that resemble seashells give this unique cosmos its charm. Blooms 3 in. across in creamy white, soft pink, rose, and carmine float above ferny foliage on tall, airy stems, making a beautiful cut flower and a magnet for pollinators.
Annual
Mature Height:
36–56 in.
Spread:
18–24 in.
Suitable Planting Locations:
Ideal for garden beds, borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, pollinator gardens, and containers in full sun.
Planting Tips:
· Direct sow once soil can be worked, or start indoors 4 weeks early
· Cover seed very lightly
· Space 24 in. apart in well-drained soil
· Avoid soggy soil – plants can rot
· Thrives in full sun
· Prefers poor, unfertilized nutrient-lean soil
