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Common Cosmos, Mexican Aster 'Velouette'

Cosmosbipinnatus

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cosmos (KOS-mus)
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Species
bipinnatus (by-pin-NAY-tus)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Pink
Fuchsia (red-purple)
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
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Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
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
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