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Cosmos
Sensation Mix
(Cosmos bipinnaus)
Cosmos thrives on neglect, and that makes this beautiful mix perfect for a meadow. It is also used in beds and borders and containers and makes a great cutflower. You'll get big 3" to 4" white, pink, rose and crimson flowers from summer until fall, and once established, Cosmos is drought tolerant -- another plus for wildflower or naturalized areas.
Flower Type: Annual
Bloom Time: Summer through Fall
Height: 3' to 6'
Exposure: Full Sun
When to Sow Outside: Spring - after last frost
When to Sow Inside: 4-6 weeks before last frost.
Seed Depth: 1/4 "
Seed Spacing: 1"
Days to Emerge: 5 - 10
Thinning: When 1" -2" tall thin to 1' - 2' apart
To Plant A Meadow: Prepare soil by removing weeds and cultivating to loosen the soil. Spread seeds evenly over prepared soil. Pressing or rolling seeds onto soil will help improve germination rate. Keep soil moist until seedlings are established.
Seeds per Pound: 80,800
Seeding Rate: 11 Pounds per acre
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