Approximately 100 Seeds
This popular cosmos makes a great filler for a sunny border, and so long as it's dead-headed regularly, it will produce a succession of pure white, saucer-shaped flowers from early summer to mid-autumn. It's really easy to grow and makes an invaluable addition to the cutting garden or borders.
HEIGHT: 45cm
SITE: full sun
FLOWERING MONTHS: July to October
SOW UNDERCOVER/PLANT INDOORS: March to April
SOW DIRECT/OUTDOORS: May to June
CARE TIPS: Pinch out tips at 15-20cm to encourage bushier plants. It will need staking.
Garden Care
In early spring, sow seeds shallowly in trays and keep under glass, transplanting them into individual pots when they're large enough to handle. Harden off before planting outside after the risk of frost has passed. Alternatively, sow in-situ in mid to late Spring, in a well-prepared bed. Thin the seedlings out as they grow to allow approximately 30cm between each plant. As the seedlings grow, pinch out the tips to encourage bushier plants.
