Vibrant Mini Cosmos for Bedding and Containers
Carpet Formula Mix Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus), offered by OSC Seeds
Delightful mini Cosmos designed for brightening up flower beds and pots. These compact, well-branched plants produce an abundance of semi-double blooms in vibrant colors. Perfect for adding a splash of brilliance to your floral arrangements, each plant grows to about 30 cm tall. The flowers retain their vibrant hues when dried and pressed.
Spread: Not specified
Plant height: 30 cm
Packet size: Approx. 95 seeds
Companion plants: Zinnias, alyssum, petunias
Incompatible plants: None known
How to Grow:
Direct sow Cosmos seeds into the garden, though starting indoors 4 weeks before planting is also an option. Choose a sunny site with well-drained soil and sow seeds 3–6 mm deep from mid to late May. Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart when they are 5–8 cm tall. Germination occurs within 10–14 days.
Carpet Formula Mix Cosmos are perfect for floral displays in borders or pots, while attracting butterflies and pollinators.
