Garden cosmos 'Double Dutch Rose' (Cosmos bipinnatus)

Garden cosmos ‘Double Dutch Rose’ (Cosmos bipinnatus) – a profusely flowering cosmos with fully double, rose-pink blooms that add a romantic and vibrant accent to borders. The petals may sometimes be irregularly arranged. Blooms for a long period, from mid-summer through autumn, attracting pollinators. Forms a strong, well-branched plant with fine, feathery foliage. Suitable for borders and as a cut flower.

The flowering period can be extended by regularly removing faded blooms. Cutting back about one-third of the plants once most flowers have finished will encourage fresh foliage and a new flush of blooms.

Cover the seeds with only a thin layer of soil, as they need light to germinate. Transplant outdoors only after the last frost. Spacing: 30 cm. Avoid overwatering – cosmos do not like excessively wet conditions.