Cosmos bipinnatus
These ultra-pretty cosmos are low-maintenance and fast-growing.
The petals are darker around the edges, which creates a really striking effect. They also look lovely in a vase.
Height: 90cm (35")
Hardiness: Annual plants
Where: Full sun
When: February to April inside, April to May outside.
Spacing: 30cm (12")
Harvesting/Flowering: June till the first frost.
Tip: If you remove wilted blooms, they will flower even more!
A paradise for insects
Photos: Janina Laszlo
