Cosmos Seeds

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Grown and hand-harvested in Tioga County, Pennsylvania

These seeds were collected from plants grown in our garden and are naturally open-pollinated.
Because of this, flower color and form may vary — every garden becomes uniquely yours.

For best results:
• Use well-drained soil
• Provide full sun (6–8+ hrs daily)
• Keep soil lightly moist during germination
• Do not allow seedlings to dry out the first 2 weeks

Pollinator Friendly • Home Garden Sized Packet • Non-GMO

“Last average frost date in our area: mid-May”

COSMOS (Cosmos bipinnatus)
Annual Cut Flower • Height: 3–5 ft • Bloom: Summer–Frost

Direct sow outdoors after danger of frost, or start indoors 3–4 weeks early.

Planting Depth: ¼ inch
Spacing: 9–12 inches
Germination: 5–10 days

Cosmos prefer average soil and do NOT need fertilizer.

Rich soil produces leaves instead of flowers.

Tip: Do not overwater. Slight neglect actually produces more blooms!

Cutting encourages branching — the more you pick, the more they flower.

 Excellent for pollinators and beginner gardeners.