Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) is a tall annual plant with delicate pink, white or purple flowers and fine, feathery leaves.
Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) is a tall annual plant with delicate pink, white or purple flowers and fine, feathery leaves. It flowers abundantly from summer into autumn, ideal for naturalistic gardens and airy bouquets. The plant is hardy, prefers sun and poor soils, and self-seeds readily. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, making them very valuable for pollinators. Cosmos brings a light, romantic note to any flower garden.
Sowing method: Under cover for an early crop, or direct in the ground after the last frost
Transplant age: 30–40 days
Transplanting: Yes
Where it grows: Open ground · Pot min. 5 L · Balcony · Window box
Row spacing: 40 cm
Deadhead regularly — the plant then flowers for much longer.
| Exposure | Soare |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Anual |
| Seed type | Standard |
| Water needs | Moderate |
| Colour | Roz, Alb |
| Placement | Exterior, White |
