Annual
Full sun
Cosmos bipinnatus. A showy mix of pink and white blooms with fluted, tubular petals that resemble seashells. Heavy blooming flowers atop strong, upright stems and feathery foliage emerge in early July and continue late into the fall. Plants grow 24" tall and 16" wide. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more growth.
40 seeds per packet
Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds no more than ¼" deep. Space seedlings 12" apart in the garden. Seeds germinate in 7-10 days.