Description
Cosmos 'Apricotta' (Cosmos bipinnatus) is a 2021 Fleuroselect Novelty Award winner, celebrated for its breathtaking apricot-pink blooms with yellow centers. Reaching heights of 32″–42″, this annual variety is perfect for cutting, with sturdy, tall stems that make stunning additions to fresh bouquets. Cosmos are known for attracting pollinators like hummingbirds, and their drought-tolerant nature makes them a great addition to gardens in full sun. The 3″ wide flowers bloom from summer to frost, offering continuous beauty throughout the season with minimal care required. Ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, high-impact plants that deliver both beauty and benefits for local ecosystems.
Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Mexico and Arizona
Hardiness: Annual
Plant Dimensions: 32″—42″ tall and 24″—36″ wide
Variety Information: 3'' wide flowers, with apricot and pink petals and yellow centers.
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: Barely cover
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12″
Thinning: When 1″ – 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″
Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest in the morning, choosing stems with flower buds that have just begun to open. Change vase water frequently.
30 seeds.