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Posted 01/22/2023 in Annual

Cosmos bipinnatus

A popular, low-maintenance annual, Cosmos bipinnatus features red, pink, or white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from early summer to fall. Look for single, semi-double, or double flower cultivars in a variety of colors.

Post Details

Latin Name
Cosmos bipinnatus
Common Name
Cosmos
Planting Zone
Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10 Zone 11
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
1-4 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A popular, low-maintenance annual, Cosmos bipinnatus features red, pink, or white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers from early summer to fall. Look for single, semi-double, or double flower cultivars in a variety of colors.

Special Care Instructions

INVASIVE! Deadhead spent flowers. Sow seed 6-8 weeks before last frost date.

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