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Cosmos - Dwarf Red

Cosmos are a native to Mexico. This flower loves full sun. It works great for cut flowers and is a good container plant. The birds like eating the seeds of this flower. Cosmos do not like overly rich soil. If you fertilize them they can get very tall and fall over. These do best if planted and then watered until established. Once established these flowers do not need as much water. This flower loves warm weather and doesn't tolerate cold as well.

Product Details:
  • Product Name: Cosmos - Dwarf Red
  • Latin Name: Cosmos bipinnatus
  • Type: Flower
  • Color: red
  • Cycle: Annual
  • Origin: Introduced
  • Height: 12-24"
  • Germination Time: 7-21 Days
  • Planting Season: Spring and Fall
  • Bloom Season: Spring-Fall
  • Seeds Per Pound: 89,000
  • Seeding Rate (lbs./acre): 30
  • Purchasing Options:
  • Small Packet - $1.25 ea.
    (Covers approximately 5 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 10 Grams - $2.50 ea.
    Quantity:
  • 1/8 Pound - $10.00 ea.
    (Covers approximately 180 square feet. )
    Quantity:
  • 1 Pound - $34.75 ea.
    (Covers approximately 1,450 square feet.)
    Quantity:

*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where the seed is planted. Refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your location. The information provided is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.