Common Name: Cosmos
Genus: Cosmos
Species: bipinnatus
Cultivar: 'Sea Shells'
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Half Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline
Height: 105cm
Spread: 90cm
Time to plant seeds: March to April
Flowering period:
July
to
October
This rather special cosmos has fluted petals, each rolled round a tube, like a sea shell. The petals splay out from a button like centre. It has ferny foliage and is excellent in borders and useful for cutting.
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