Cosmos bipinnatus
Southwestern Cosmos
Description
Annual that grows to 3' x 3'. Blooms are white pink or purple with tufted yellow centers. They appear summer through fall. Good butterfly attractor. Sow seeds in spring or plant from containers.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.