Cosmos 'Antiquity' ( Cosmos bipinnatus) – offered by the seed company WH Perron
Cosmos 'Antiquity' is a remarkable variety for its soft salmon pink flowers, which add an elegant and romantic touch to your gardens and bouquets. Early and very floriferous, each plant can bear up to 20 flowers of 7 cm in diameter, offering a magnificent show throughout the summer. Remove spent flowers to encourage rapid and continuous flowering.
Maturity: 10-12 weeks
Germination: 5-7 days
Sowing temperature: 16-18°C
Height: 50-75 cm
Spread: 30-35 cm
Color: Pink
Formulation: Raw
Use: Containers, flower beds
Flowering: June to September
Cultivation method:
Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or directly into the ground after all danger of frost. Plant at a shallow depth, just covered with soil, and space plants 12-14 inches apart.
Cosmos 'Antiquity' prefers well-drained soil and full sun exposure. This variety tolerates drought once established, but regular watering promotes abundant flowering.
Ideal for containers or flowerbeds, this cosmos is perfect for adding a refined and colorful touch to your landscaping. Easy to grow, it also attracts butterflies, enriching your garden with life and beauty.
