At a Glance
- Variety:Cosmos
An amazing new dwarf, early flowering cosmos bearing masses of single round flowers (some with a collarette) in a unique new colour – stunning soft yellow with lighter edges. Award winners in the Fleuroselect (All Europe) Trials. Flowers July-October. Height 50-60cm (20-24″).
- Soft ferny foliage.
- Compact, so great in containers.
- Long flowering period.
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 plants are 5cm (2in) tall, 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 20cm (8in) between plants. Water well until established.
Aftercare
Dead head faded blooms to keep plants blooming for longer.
Flowering Time
July – October.
