Cosmos bipinnatus

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Cosmos bipinnatus is an annual. It grows up to 8' high and 1.5'-2.5' wide. Blossoms are 3'-4' wide, with tufted yellow centers and rays in white or shades of pink, rose, lavender, purple, or crimson.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Red, White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.