Cosmos Sensation is a lovely mix of lavender, white, purple, red and yellow. The bright flowers attract bumble bees, birds and butterflies. Cosmos will self seed and they are nice cut flowers.
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Growth Habit: Upright growth to 5 feet, tall stems, lacy foliage, with 3” flowers. Staking may be required in windy gardens. Pinching off the main stem encourages branching for bushier plants.
 
Sun Requirements: Full sun
 
How to Transplant: Sow seeds indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost date. Seeds should  germinate in 10-13 days. Harden off seedlings before transplanting after the last frost date. Space plants 1 foot apart.
 
When to Harvest: Harvest blooms Summer into Fall. Tolerates light frost. 
 
How to Harvest:  Cut stems when flower petals are opening, but not yet flat. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering.
 
Uses: Excellent cut flowers. Attracts beneficial insects. 
 
Transplants will be available in early June.