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Cosmos 'Xsenia'
Cosmos 'Xsenia'
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Cosmos 'Xsenia'

Cosmos bipinnatus
Cosmos 'Xsenia' changes with the light! In full sun, the petals appear bright pink, and as the light fades in the evening (or on cloudy days), the orange tones wash over it like a glorious sunset. Easy to grow and undemanding, stake early in windy areas and deadhead for continued bloom.
SKU #S1503
$4.50
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
55
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Half Hardy Annual
Mature Size
1.5-2' h x 1.5' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Terracotta orange with rose pink edges
Features
Great Cut Flower
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Beneficial Insects
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
Xsenia' has one-of-a-kind terracotta orange petals edged with rose pink. Wonderful cut for bouquets and easy to grow—deadhead to keep the show going all summer long. Stake early in windy areas, as the branches are quite brittle and can snap off at the stem. Attracts numerous beneficial insects, making it a good addition to the borders of vegetable gardens too!
Final Spacing:
1-1.5'
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 thrive in regular soil and may sprawl in nitrogen rich soils. If desired, an application of organic flower fertilizer can be mixed in around plants.
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.