Cosmos, Rose Bon Bon ~ 45 seeds
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Fall
Description
Cosmos bipinnatus
Annual
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tender
A bee & butterfly favorite
From the very best French breeders, florist-quality Rose Bon Bon offers you extra fancy blossoms densely packed with frilled petals in a rich romantic rose. This exceptionally beautiful and care-free new cosmos produces 3-inch flowers that bloom non-stop on long stems, making them perfect for cutting abundant bouquets all summer long. Butterflies love to visit these lovely blossoms as they sway above finely cut foliage.
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Details
Cold Winters: May - June
Mild Winters: April - June
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Sow Seeds: 1 - 2 inches apart, 1/2 inch deep
Days To Germinate: 7 - 10 days
Mature Height: 3 - 4 feet
TO PLANT DIRECTLY OUTDOORS
Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, 1 to 2 inches apart in a sunny location in well-worked garden soil once danger of frost is past. Keep seed bed evenly moist; seedlings emerge in 7 to 10 days. Thin established seedlings to a final spacing of 8 inches apart, so plants have room to mature. Keep well weeded and watered while plants are young; mature cosmos can handle hot and dry conditions, but bloom longest if regularly watered.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Sow seeds 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix, 4 to 6 weeks before last expected frost. Cover 1/2 inch deep, keep moist and provide a good light source until ready to go outside. Plant outdoors 8 inches apart once weather warms up, after gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions.
GROWING NOTES
These free-flowering, long blooming summer flowers produce reliably in all soil types to fill the garden with abundant blossoms. Sow several times through June for a succession of fresh flowers. Cutting stems of flowers regularly actually prolongs the blooming season. Stunning Rose Bon Bon makes beautiful and long-lasting bouquets and pairs easily with other garden flowers.
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Flowers |
| Common Family Name | Cosmos |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 37" - 48" |
| Spacing in Row | 1-2", thin/transplant 8" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2" |
| Days to Germination | 7-10 days |