Cosmos Seeds Mixed colours: Might include Pink, light Pink, Bright Pink Purple and White. Mixed seeds and can not choose colour
Easy to grow from SEEDS and HARDY Without much care. Masses of Big Daisy-like flowers if planted in groups.
Regarding the information of Cosmos Plants and Flowers, please refer to the below descriptions and specifications. However, that depends on garden conditions and care circumstances:
Plant Description:
Cosmos are prized for their Long flowering abundant, silky, daisylike flowers and their unflappable, easy-care nature in the garden. Graceful and delicate with lovely ferny foliage, this striking colour mixture is ideal for borders and dramatic planting schemes. It is strong, hardy and easy to grow.
Ideal for borders.
Cosmos are simple and inexpensive to grow from seeds. Plant them in full sun (in very hot regions, cosmos can take afternoon shade) and give them protection from strong winds. Cosmos tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor soil. Plants need even moisture to get started, but mature cosmos are drought tolerant; plants produce more and larger flowers, however, if they are watered regularly.
Plant Seeds Specifications:
Suitable for Sunny Areas- Yes
Suitable for Part Shade Areas- No
Sow Depth (mm) 5
Germination (weeks) Approx. 2-3 weeks
Plant Height (cm) 90
Flowering Time (weeks) 12 wks (long lasting flowers)
New collected fresh seeds. Germination subject to individual garden conditions and environments
When to sow:
Cosmos seeds should be sown after the danger of frost has passed. Ideally in Spring, end of Summer and Autumn for the best results.
How to Sow
Cosmos seeds should be sown into a tray, filled with compost, about 3mm deep and watered in, cover with a sheet of glass or polythene and keep the seeds in a warm place (about 15 to 25 °C) such as a greenhouse or warm windowsill.
How to Grow
Cosmos plants can be planted out in the garden when all the danger of frost has passed. It is best to plant them in a sunny spot and into soil which has has some organic material and fertilisers. This will help them to retain water. They should be planted 30 to 45 cm (12-15 inches) away from each other to allow for bushy growth. If your garden is in a windy location it is a good idea to stake and tie the plants. However, normally the plants should be sturdy enough to require support.
As you plant the Cosmos plants into the garden it is advisable to pinch out the growing tip of each stem. Pinching out involves squeezing the growing tip off between your finger and thumb. This reduces the plant size and will encourage the plant to grow side shoots giving bushy growth. This technique produces more Cosmos flowers.
How to Care
Deadheading regularly will help Cosmos to bloom longer. A good tip for deadheading Cosmos is not to just take the flower head off, but cut the stem right back to the first leaf below the flower head.
Growing Cosmos is really this easy. Give them plenty of light and water and they provide you with a beautiful flower to decorate your home.