Days To Germination: 5-10
Planting Depth:  1/4 inch
Spacing, Plant: 12 inches
Plant Height: 30-36 inches
Light:  Full Sun

SOW:  Sow seeds directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed through early summer. Can also be sown early indoors in individual peat pots or containers. Cover seed with 1/4 inch fine soil. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.

THINNING & TRANSPLANTING: Thin or transplant to 12 inches apart when plants are 2 to 3 inches tall.

SUGGESTIONS:  Cosmos grows best in full sun in ordinary garden soil. Very easy to grow, may re-sow itself. Fairly drought resistant, water only when soil is dry for an extended period. Cut newly opened blooms and place immediately in cool water for longer lasting cut flowers.

COSMOS
Bright Lights Mixture
Cosmos sulphureus


ANNUAL. A showy graceful annual with large bright flowers with 2-3 inch blooms in a vibrant color mixture of red, orange and yellow shades. Lacy foliage and silky flowers give an airy touch to the garden from midsummer to frost. Foliage is finely cut but not as lacy as Cosmos Sensation nor does it grow as tall. Blooms all summer until frost. Very effective when grown in masses as a background planting and informal flower gardens. Makes excellent cut flowers. Tolerates poor soil, heat and humidity. Easy to grow. Attracts Butterflies. 30-36 inches high. Proven tops for performance and adaptability. Easy to grow.