Description

Sensation Blend Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) showcases tall, showy plants adorned with 3″–4″ flowers in shades of white, pink, rose, and crimson, accented by cheerful yellow centers. This 1936 All-America Selections award winner grows 3'–6' tall and thrives with minimal care, making it ideal for wildflower gardens, naturalized areas, or sunny borders. Drought-tolerant and butterfly-friendly, this variety blooms profusely from summer to frost and provides vibrant, long-lasting cut flowers. Perfect for creating a lush, colorful landscape with minimal effort.

120 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Mexico and Arizona
Hardiness: Annual
Plant Dimensions: 3'-6' ” tall, 18″-36″ wide
Variety Information: 3″–4″ wide flowers in white, pink, rose, and crimson with yellow centers
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Sowing Info:

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″

Growing Info:

Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest in the morning and cut stems just as flower buds begin to open.