Cosmos bipinnatus Double Click Snow Puff

Half-hardy Annual

• Flowers in : Summer to Autumn
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cut Flowers
• Height : 24 inches - 36 inches

Description

The spectacular white, pom-pom flowers with a delicate hint of blushed pink of Cosmos Double Click Snow Puff sit on sturdy stems making this latest colour in the 'Double Click' series. Makes an excellent cut flower as well as adding height and interest to borders all summer.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds from March to May. Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free- draining, damp, seed compost. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at a temperature of 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which usually takes 7-14 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30-45cm (12-18in) apart.

Aftercare

Prefers a sunny position in light, well-drained soil.