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Cosmos 'Sunset Orange'
Cosmos 'Sunset Orange'
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Cosmos 'Sunset Orange'

Cosmos sulphureus
Dark green cut foliage is the backdrop for the unruly crossing stems of this brilliant cosmos, each stem holding the glorious multipetaled orange flowers outward as if offering for your close inspection. We give it an A+ for depth and richness of the flowers, for the ease of growth and for the way it charms bees all summer long. Deadheading required.
SKU #S1433
$3.25
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
60
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Half Hardy Annual
Mature Size
2-3' h x 1.5-2' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular, well-drained
Season
Summer
Color
Bright orange with hints of lemon
Features
Great Cut Flower
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Notable
All-America Selections Winner
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/8-1/4"
Sprout Time:
3-10 days
Seed To Bloom:
8-12 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Start in pots 4-5 weeks before last spring frost. Keep at about 60-75°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow in spring, after last frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
In springtime, after all danger of frost has passed.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
These floriferous Cosmos suphureus varieties are great in butterfly gardens and the border. Sulfur cosmos tolerate drought conditions making them a good choice for dry meadow plantings. The flowers bloom with abandon and can finish blooming in midsummer if seedheads are left on the plant. Deadhead daily or shear after the first flush of flowers to encourage rebloom, reseed in midsummer, or replace with a quick blooming annual. Self-sows.
Final Spacing:
1.5'
Water Requirements:
Low Water Use
Watering Details:
Drought tolerant. Water regularly while establishing, then only during dry, hot spells.
Soil pH:
Prefers acidic to neutral
Fertilizer:
Cosmos do not need rich soils, and may sprawl in nitrogen rich soils.
Diseases & Pests:
No major pests or diseases. Powdery mildew can be discouraged with a regular preventative application of a baking soda based spray.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when flowers start to open to 1/2 open; best vase life before the flowers are pollinated.
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