Cosmos 'Ladybird Dwarf Lemon'

Cosmossulphureus

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Cosmos (KOS-mus)
Species
sulphureus (sul-FER-ee-us)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Chandler, Arizona

Nyssa, Oregon

Fort Worth, Texas

Gilmer, Texas

Spring Branch, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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Gilmer, TX (Zone 8b) | May 2010 | positive

Beautiful and easy to grow. I started these directly in the garden from seed. They have virtually no pests or diseases in my hot and hu...Read More

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(Zone 7b) | May 2006 | positive

I prefer just the lemon to the mix (there is also a Ladybird Dwarf Mix). Bright lemon yellow flowers, very intense color, actually is c...Read More

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