Cosmos – Sensation Mix
$3.99
With their yellow hearts reminiscent of daisies, cosmos are easy-to-grow annuals that don’t require much care. The Sensation mix contains different colors of pink, magenta, fuschia and white. Cosmos are nectaferous plants that attract pollinators to the garden. Pretty cut flowers.
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Seeds | ~200 |
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Growing tips
Germination conditions:
- sowing depth: 5 mm
- optimum germination temperature: 20ºC
- germination time: 7 to 14 days
When to sow:
- sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before last frost for early flowering OR
- direct sowing mid to late May
Sowing technique: in pocket
In the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds, spacing them about 1 to 2 cm apart. When the seeds have germinated and the seedlings are 5 cm tall, keep all the plants if space is available, or keep only the best-looking ones. Transplant into individual containers while waiting to be transplanted into the garden.
Transplanting in the garden: when the soil has warmed up and there is no longer any risk of frost.
Distance in the garden: between plants: 30 cm
Plant height: 90-120 cm
Soil: dry and poor
Exposure: full sun, tolerates light shade
Flowering period: July to October
Specificities:
- Cosmos flower more abundantly in dry, poor soil;
- Water lightly during intense summer heat, but otherwise space out watering.
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