Cosmos Seeds – Apricotta

About the Variety

Charming blooms in a pink lemonade palette make a delightful addition to your garden and floral arrangements. Standing three and a half feet tall, these plants produce an abundance of vibrant, oversized flowers. Each bloom, spanning just over three inches, appears as though its petals were delicately hand-painted in shades of pink and apricot. A proud recipient of the esteemed Fleuroselect Novelty Award, this variety is celebrated for its unique coloration and strong, durable stems, perfect for cutting and displaying.

Key Features

Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Prefers Lean Soil, Container Friendly, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Fast Growing, Easy to Grow, Perfect for Cut Flowers, Perfect for Borders, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

Planting Information

Planting Guide

When to Plant

Plant Cosmos in the Spring when the soil can be worked.

Where to Plant

Sow your Cosmos seeds in the full sun to partial shade. As cosmos flowers are very adaptable, they can thrive in average to poor soil quality, and they are tolerant to dry conditions.

How to Plant

Cosmos seeds require light to germinate, so be careful not to cover them too much when planting. Learn more about germination light requirements here. Scatter cosmos seeds outdoors after there is no longer a danger for frost. Seeds can be covered ¼ inch since they need light to germinate. Germination will usually occur in just 3 to 5 days, but it can take up to 2 weeks.

How to Care for

Once started, cosmoses require virtually no attention. You can add a general purpose fertilizer once or twice a season. If a plant grows very tall and is not planted in a wind protected area, it may require staking. If you want blooms all summer long, dead head the old blooms. How to Plant & Grow Cosmos – Video Tutorial