Origin: Not US Native

Other Common Names: Sulphur Cosmos, Klondike Cosmos

Duration: Annual

Bloom Time: Fall

Height: 24” to 36”

Spacing: 15” to 18”

Light: Full Sun

Soil Moisture: Medium

USDA Zone: 3a-9b

Germination: No pre-treatment needed. Sow seeds just below soil surface at 75F and water.

Seeds Per Oz: 3900

Brilliant orange, this species is a favorite wildflower for flower-pressing crafts. Bloom colors also vary from marigold and lemon yellow. Very drought tolerant after germination, it is a favorite for drier climates. This self-seeding half-annual is a magnet for birds, butterflies, and bees.