Cosmos bipinnatus

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Southwestern Cosmos

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

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.

 

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Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.