Cosmos Diablo Organic Seeds

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Vibrant, bold blossoms on tall stems make a big statement in the garden. Cosmos put on a big show from midsummer until first fall frost, providing pollen and nectar for bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Grows loads of cut flowers for your bouquets. A great choice for wildflower areas, as they are drought tolerant and practically care-free. A 1974 All-America Selections winner.

Botanical Name:Cosmos sulphureus

Family:Asteraceae

Native:Mexico

Hardiness:Annual

Plant Dimensions:4’5′ tall

Variety Information:11″ bright, scarlet/orange blossoms

Exposure:Full sun

Bloom Period:Summer to frost

Attributes:Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant

When to Sow Outside:RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60F.

When to Start Inside:4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.

Days to Emerge:510 days

Seed Depth:Barely cover

Seed Spacing:A group of 3 seeds every 12″

Thinning:When 1″ 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″

Harvesting:For longest vase life, cut stems just as flower buds begin to open.

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