At a Glance
- Variety:Cosmos
Bold mix of bright citrus shades and graceful, fern like foliage.
Perfect for adding colour and interest to summer borders.
Semi double blooms are also good for cutting.
Sowing Time
March – April
Sowing Indoors
Level fill a tray with seed compost firming with the base of another tray. Water well with a fine rose. Scatter seeds thinly over the surface, lightly covering with vermiculite. Place a propagator at 18-25 degree Celsius (64-77 Fahrenheit) or cover tray with cling film and leave in a warm room.
Growing On
When shoots appear, remove cling film.Keep seedlings in a light position, but shade from direct sunlight. When large ehough to handle, transplant 5cm (2in) apart into small pots or module trays. Grow on in a minimum temperature of 10 degree Celsius (50 Fahrenheit).
Hardening Off/Planting Out
Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions for 2-3 weeks before planting out when risk of frost has passed. Allow 30cm (12in) between plants. Water well until established.
Aftercare
Dead head faded blooms to keep plants blooming for longer.
Flowering Time
July – October.
