A unique colour break for Cosmos atrosanguineus! Cosmos ‘Cherry Chocolate’ is a perennial variety with cherry to wine red petals. Sumptuous and velvety, the flowers will lure you in with their chocolately smell, as well as luring a wealth of butterflies and other pollinators. This wonderful Cosmos commences flowering in June and often continues for up to 4 months, extending the garden display into September. The blooms float on long stems above neat clumps of narrow foliage and are suitable for cutting. This half-hardy perennial makes a long-lasting display for a patio container where you can enjoy its chocolate aroma up close. It is also an excellent choice for a wildlife-friendly garden.
Container-grown plants should be moved under protection over winter. In mild areas and coastal climates Cosmos ‘Cherry Chocolate’ can also be planted in a warm, sheltered border and treated in the same way as Dahlias.
Height and spread: 30cm – 60cm (12in – 24in).
Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.
Growing Information
Pot up cosmos plants and grow them on in warm, frost free conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. When all risk of frost has passed, gradually acclimatise cosmos plants to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days before planting out in beds, borders and containers. Choose a position in full sun on any moist, well drained soil.
