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Cosmos bipinnatus /Cosmos
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Scientific Name:
Cosmos bipinnatus
Common Name:
Cosmos
Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
1-2 feet
Bloom time:
Spring, Summer
Flower color:
Various
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Cosmos have large, up to four inches across, daisy-like flowers. They make wonderful cut flowers. The colors may be white, pink or red. Bloom over a rather extended period in the spring into summer. Select a sunny, well drained site for this annual. Excellent spring flowering bedding plant.