Cosmos - 3213
Cosmos bipinnatus (Asteraceae)
A hardy, erect annual requiring very little moisture once established. A native of Mexico, it can easily adapt to all regions of the United States. The attractive flowers are a mixture of stunning deep crimson, soft pink and pure white. Leaves are deeply dissected, almost thread-like in appearance. Rich, fertile soils tend to produce extremely tall, lanky plants. Requires full sun. Sow in early spring, seedlings are not winter hardy. A real value for the money.
Suggested Use: Roadsides, waste areas, mixtures, floral gardens.
Miscellaneous: blooms quickly. Will need to be replanted each spring for continued success.
Average Planting Success: 80%
Height: 2 - 3 feet
Germination: 7 - 21 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70°F - 80°F
Sowing Depth: 1/16"
Blooming Period: April - November
Average Seeds Per Pound: 89,000
Seeds/Pkt: 100 - Covers 20 sq. ft.
1 oz Covers: 182 sq.ft.
Seeding Rate: 15 lbs. per acre
Item 3213
Original: $3.45
-65%$3.45
$1.21
Description
Cosmos bipinnatus (Asteraceae)
A hardy, erect annual requiring very little moisture once established. A native of Mexico, it can easily adapt to all regions of the United States. The attractive flowers are a mixture of stunning deep crimson, soft pink and pure white. Leaves are deeply dissected, almost thread-like in appearance. Rich, fertile soils tend to produce extremely tall, lanky plants. Requires full sun. Sow in early spring, seedlings are not winter hardy. A real value for the money.
Suggested Use: Roadsides, waste areas, mixtures, floral gardens.
Miscellaneous: blooms quickly. Will need to be replanted each spring for continued success.
Average Planting Success: 80%
Height: 2 - 3 feet
Germination: 7 - 21 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70°F - 80°F
Sowing Depth: 1/16"
Blooming Period: April - November
Average Seeds Per Pound: 89,000
Seeds/Pkt: 100 - Covers 20 sq. ft.
1 oz Covers: 182 sq.ft.
Seeding Rate: 15 lbs. per acre
Item 3213
