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Wild Cosmos Seeds - Sensation Mix

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cosmos bipinnatus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 40 to 84 inches

COLOR

  • Mixed

This one is the classic Cosmos cherished by "wild" gardeners the world over. Always one of our top-sellers year in and year out. An incredibly colorful flower that is both hardy and beautiful. Ideal for cut-flower bouquets. Wild Cosmos flower seeds are an incredibly versatile variety that can thrive in just about any climate and any soil condition in North America. Blooms in abundance during mid to late season.

  • • Adaptive annual that thrives in almost any climate
  • • Tall-growing and versatile with bright Summer blooms
  • • Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 9 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 160 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 5,320 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 21,280 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 85,120 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft
5 Pounds 425,600 Up to 1.25 Acres
10 Pounds 800,000 Up to 2.5 Acres

Planting Guide

View our Cosmos Planting Guide to learn more.

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Wild Cosmos Seeds - Sensation Mix

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Wild Cosmos Seeds - Sensation Mix FAQs

What is Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos also known as?

Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos is also known as Mexican Aster.

Is Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos resistant to animals or disease?

Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos?

Sensation Mix Wild Cosmos is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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