Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
Cosmos are a great option for beginner gardeners as they require minimal effort. These highly productive flowers have the cut-and-come-again quality, which means that the more you cut, the more they will bloom. Their delicate and airy appearance makes them an excellent addition to any garden or bouquet.
Details:
Plant type: annual
Height: 36-42”
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 75-90 days
Plant spacing: 9”-12”
Pinch: when 12” tall
Kids, Pets and Deer: non-toxic, deer resistant
Indoor & Pots: not suitable for pots
How to Grow:
Transplant: sow 5-7 weeks before last frost, covering the seeds lightly. Harden off and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
Direct seed: sow after last frost, once the soil has warmed up and cover up lightly.
Germination: 7-10 days at 68-72°F (20-22°C)
Harvesting/Vase Life:
Harvest when the petals are just opening, but not yet flattened. Individual blooms don’t last long in the vase, about 4-6 days, but each stem is loaded with multiple blossoms that open over a period of a week.