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Cosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Cosmos bipinnatus is an annual. Grows up to 8 ft. high and 1.5-2.5 ft. wide. Blossoms are 3-4 ft. wide, with tufted yellow centers and rays in white and shades of pink, rose, lavender, purple, or crimson.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.