Cosmos bipinnatus
Frilly double and semi-double blooms. Attractive colour mix in shades of white and pink. Attracts bees and butterflies in your garden.
How To Grow
Sow 5mm (¼”) deep, in clumps 40-50cm (18") apart. Thin to strongest 1-2 seedlings. Keep moist. Alternatively, raise in seed beds, boxes or punnets for transplanting into garden. Keep roots cool in Summer with garden mulch. Seedlings emerge 14-21 days.
When To Plant
Spring to Summer
Flowering
12 weeks
When to Sow/Plant
Spring, Summer
Soil Type
Well drained