Cosmos
Cosmos
A delicate annual Cosmos bipinnatus with lacy foliage and daisy-like flower heads. Blooms from midsummer until frost, attracts butterflies and bees, and looks great at the back of a bed or in a loose grouping.
Stages of growth
Calendar in the garden
How to care
Moderate watering; soil slightly moist
- •Seedlings emerge in 7–14 days at +18–22°C
- •Do not sow deep — seeds need light to germinate
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
Nice neighbors.
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(3)
Yes, once the risk of late frosts has passed and the soil has warmed (late May–early June in central Russia). Flowering will start later than from transplants.
Often the soil is too rich in nitrogen or plants are crowded without enough sun. Cut back nitrogen feeds and provide at least 6 hours of direct light.
Yes — garden cosmos (cosmos bipinnatus): classic species with finely divided leaves and single or double petals.
Role in the garden
Easy nectar plant for veg plots and flower beds: attracts pollinators and beneficial insects, great for cutting and saving seed for next year.
*For reference: the plant is grown primarily as an ornamental.
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