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Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix

Cosmos sulphureus

5.00 (3 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In early spring or after the last frost, scatter this Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seed mix on the surface of loose soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should take place within 10-20 days at soil temperatures from 65-75 degrees F. Cooler soil temperatures may delay germination. Seedlings do not need to be thinned, but can be transplanted if they appear too crowded. Since these Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seeds germinate quickly in warm soil, they can be sown at any time before midsummer for another crop of flowers. To start the seed indoors, sow on the surface of a flat 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring; keep the soil evenly moist and at a temperature of 70-75 degrees F until germination. When there is no chance of frost, transplant them outdoors.

Growing: As soon as seedlings appear, only water them in very dry weather. This flower must not be over-watered, and thrives in drought conditions and heat; if prolonged drought occurs, give the plants one deep watering. If blooming begins to decrease, cut the plant back to 12" for new growth; more blossoms will come in about 4 weeks. If allowed to self-seed, this flower will produce a new crop of flowers next year. This flower attracts birds, butterflies, and bees.

Harvesting: Cosmos blossoms make lovely, long lasting cut flowers. Cut long stems of blossoms that have just opened, and remove any foliage that will fall below the water level. These flowers usually have a vase life of 7-10 days. Cosmos blossoms also make attractive dried flowers.

Seed Saving: Allow the flowers to drop their petals and develop into spiky seed heads. When ripe, the heads will be brown or dark brown and easily broken apart to reveal the narrow, sharp seeds. Remove the ripe seed heads and spread them out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, break apart the heads to separate the Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seeds from the husk. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Cosmos sulphureus

Species Origin: Mexico

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 4,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Mixed, Orange, Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Cut Flowers

Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Jana Moehle

Dwarf cosmos

Packaged well arrived quickly. We will see how quickly they pollinate and bloom this summer!

Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Patricia Seddon

Great seeds and excellent service!

I've ordered a number of seed packets from Everwilde, and each time the seeds are sent out immediately, the packets are high quality and resealable, the quantities of seeds are very generous and the prices are excellent! These Dwarf Sulfur Cosmo seeds germinated in just under 3 days. I'm very impressed with both these cosmos and Everwilde!

Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix 5.0
Review By robbie

beautiful and drought tolerant!

I grew dwarf mix cosmos this past year in the midwest drought of 2012. Everyone wanted to know what this flower was named.People were collecting seed from my front yard after I told them they could keep the seed from this cosmos. It is an amazing plant for zero landscaping. This mix is just beautiful!

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~500 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~4,000 Seeds) $8.70 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $18.54 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $57.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $256.50 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $456.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,083.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $2,052.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Compact in size, this bright mix of gold, orange, and red Cosmos is sure to please. A good choice for the undecided, because it includes many colors. This annual wildflower is simple to grow and produces blooms in the first year.
Because of their Mexican heritage, these bright annuals meet high heat and drought conditions with native beauty and vigor. Spanish conquistadors searching for gold discovered these flowers on their journeys through Mexico. Mission gardens often included these flowers, which priests gave the name "cosmos," the Greek word for a harmonious whole, because of their neatly spaced petals. Cosmos flowers made their way to England with Spanish ambassadors in the late 18th century, and to the United States in the following century.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In early spring or after the last frost, scatter this Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seed mix on the surface of loose soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should take place within 10-20 days at soil temperatures from 65-75 degrees F. Cooler soil temperatures may delay germination. Seedlings do not need to be thinned, but can be transplanted if they appear too crowded. Since these Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seeds germinate quickly in warm soil, they can be sown at any time before midsummer for another crop of flowers. To start the seed indoors, sow on the surface of a flat 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring; keep the soil evenly moist and at a temperature of 70-75 degrees F until germination. When there is no chance of frost, transplant them outdoors.

Growing: As soon as seedlings appear, only water them in very dry weather. This flower must not be over-watered, and thrives in drought conditions and heat; if prolonged drought occurs, give the plants one deep watering. If blooming begins to decrease, cut the plant back to 12" for new growth; more blossoms will come in about 4 weeks. If allowed to self-seed, this flower will produce a new crop of flowers next year. This flower attracts birds, butterflies, and bees.

Harvesting: Cosmos blossoms make lovely, long lasting cut flowers. Cut long stems of blossoms that have just opened, and remove any foliage that will fall below the water level. These flowers usually have a vase life of 7-10 days. Cosmos blossoms also make attractive dried flowers.

Seed Saving: Allow the flowers to drop their petals and develop into spiky seed heads. When ripe, the heads will be brown or dark brown and easily broken apart to reveal the narrow, sharp seeds. Remove the ripe seed heads and spread them out to dry away from direct sunlight. When they have completely dried, break apart the heads to separate the Dwarf Sulphur Cosmos wildflower seeds from the husk. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Cosmos sulphureus

Species Origin: Mexico

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 4,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Mixed, Orange, Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Cut Flowers

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 3 reviews
5.0

Review By Jana Moehle

Dwarf cosmos

Packaged well arrived quickly. We will see how quickly they pollinate and bloom this summer!

5.0

Review By Patricia Seddon

Great seeds and excellent service!

I've ordered a number of seed packets from Everwilde, and each time the seeds are sent out immediately, the packets are high quality and resealable, the quantities of seeds are very generous and the prices are excellent! These Dwarf Sulfur Cosmo seeds germinated in just under 3 days. I'm very impressed with both these cosmos and Everwilde!

5.0

Review By robbie

beautiful and drought tolerant!

I grew dwarf mix cosmos this past year in the midwest drought of 2012. Everyone wanted to know what this flower was named.People were collecting seed from my front yard after I told them they could keep the seed from this cosmos. It is an amazing plant for zero landscaping. This mix is just beautiful!

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