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Cosmos (cosmos) seeds

A garden full of cosmos is like a summer painting in motion. Their delicate flowers catch the light, dance in the wind and bring life to every corner of your cutting garden. Whether you are a novice gardener or have been sowing for years: with cosmos seeds you choose colour, ease and a season of picking pleasure.

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Buy Cosmea (cosmos) seeds: Bring color and life to your garden

Cosmea, also known as cosmos, is a popular annual flower known for its delicate, daisy-like flowers and finely feathered leaves. With a long flowering period from June to October and a height ranging from 80 to 120 cm, cosmeas are ideal for borders, cutting gardens and as cut flowers for bouquets.

Why choose cosmea (cosmos) seeds?

  • Long flowering period : Enjoy an abundance of flowers from early summer to autumn.
  • Easy to grow : Cosmea seeds are light germinators and germinate quickly without much care.
  • Attractive to pollinators : The flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
  • Versatility : Suitable for a variety of garden designs, from cottage gardens to modern borders.
  • Cut Flowers : The long stems and long-lasting flowers make them perfect for bouquets.

Top 5 cosmea (cosmos) seeds from Plukkers.com

  1. Cosmos bipinnatus 'Apricot Lemonade'
    This variety has soft apricot and lemon yellow flowers that add a warm glow to your garden. At about 80 cm high they are perfect for borders and picking gardens.
  2. Cosmos bipinnatus 'Apricotta'
    'Apricotta' offers flowers in warm shades of apricot, pink and soft yellow. These plants reach a height of 90-120 cm and add a playful accent to your garden.
  3. Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click Mixture'
    This mix contains filled flowers in vibrant colours such as white, pink and fuchsia. With a height of 90-100 cm they are ideal for borders and as cut flowers.
  4. Cosmos bipinnatus 'Fizzy White'
    'Fizzy White' has elegant, filled white flowers with slightly ruffled petals. These plants grow to about 100-120 cm tall and are perfect for a bright accent in your garden.
  5. Cosmea, mixed BIO
    This organic mix offers large flowers in white, light and dark pink shades. At 110 cm high they are suitable as cut flowers and will continue to bloom if picked regularly.

Tips for sowing and caring for cosmos

  • Sowing : Sow the seeds indoors from March or directly outdoors from May. Cosmea is a light germinator; cover the seeds only lightly with soil.
  • Location : Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
  • Watering : Keep soil moist during germination. Mature plants are drought tolerant.
  • Support : Tall varieties may require support to prevent tipping over.
  • Picking : Regularly picking flowers encourages new flowering and extends the flowering period.

Conclusion

Cosmea (cosmos) seeds are an excellent choice for gardeners looking for colorful, low-maintenance flowers that attract both humans and pollinators. With a variety of colors and shapes, they offer endless possibilities to bring your garden to life. Start sowing today and enjoy a summer full of floral splendor.

Read our complete growing guide on Flowers in the vegetable garden.

Cosmea in pictures

In this video on our YouTube channel, Merel shares her passion for sowing cosmos and other flowers and gives very valuable tips for your cutting garden.

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