Cosmos Seeds - Xsenia

BOTANICAL NAME

Cosmos bipinnatus

LIFE CYCLE

• Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

• Summer

GROWTH HABIT

• Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

• 24 to 28 inches

COLOR

• Purple

Stunning flowers feature bold, magenta petals that fade into soft pink edges, creating a striking two-tone effect. Known for their delicate, daisy-like blooms and airy foliage, Xsenia cosmos are a favorite variety for cutting, but that’s not all they’re good for. Perfect for container gardens or mass plantings, these easy-to-grow annuals thrive in full sun and attract pollinators to your garden. Fast-growing plants tolerate both short-day and long-day climates, thriving in zones 4 - 10.

• Compact size is ideal for container gardens and small spaces
• Pinch seedlings for the longest stems and most prolific blooms
• Adaptable variety tolerates poor soils and hot conditions

PLANTING SEASON

• Spring

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow
• Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

• 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• N/A - Annual