Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus Common Name: Garden cosmos or Mexican aster Days to germinate: 0-7 days Days to maturity: Approx 45-60 days from seed to flower Flowering time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Hardiness and Longevity: Half-hardy annuals Height: Up 120cm Ideal For: Cosmos grow in both beds and containers—and they also make great cut flowers! Sunlight: Full sun