Cosmos bipinnatus
Cosmos Double Click Cranberries
R60.00
One of the most prolific bee friendly summer bloomers, cosmos produces buckets of flowers for months on end with regular harvesting. Gorgeous double and semi-double cranberry coloured blooms adorn tall strong stems.
30 seeds per packet.
8 in stock
| Flower type: | Filler |
|---|---|
| Life cycle: | Heat-loving Annual |
| Climate: | Thrives in warm temperatures. |
| Sowing guide: | Direct sow (recommended) in spring or sow in trays and transplant after 4-6 weeks and only when soil temperatures are above 16 C. |
| Planting Season: | Spring / Summer |
| Germination guide: | 7-10 days @ 21 C. Light required - cover seed with thin layer of soil. |
| Good Bee Food: | Yes |
| Flowering time: | 90-100 days after sowing |
| Pinch: | Yes, when 30 cm high |
| Position: | Full Sun |
| Final height: | 100 cm |
| Spacing: | 30 cm |
Growing Tips:
Provide horisontal plant support when growing in windy areas.
Harvesting Tips:
Harvest when the individual flowers are half-way open. Plants respond well to regular cutting. Expected vase life is 4-7 days.
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