Cosmos ‘Cupcakes Blush’

Cosmos bipinnatus

Features

  • Cut-and-come-again
  • Easy to grow
  • Heat-loving
  • Pollinator-friendly

Description

This irresistible cosmos reminds us of the Sugar Plum Fairy. The pale blush petals on this large bloomer are fused together, forming a teacup-shaped flower. Blooms are as big as the palm of your hand and the edges look like they have been cut with pinking shears. This romantic variety is a mix of single, semi-double, streaked, and solid flowers. Perfect for wedding work. A must-grow!

Details

Plant type: annual
Height: 40 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 8 to 12 in tall

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Cosmos can also be direct-seeded once the weather has warmed.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest when buds are just cracking, but haven’t fully opened. For double varieties, let open halfway before picking. Expect a vase life of 5 to 6 days.

Details

Description

This irresistible cosmos reminds us of the Sugar Plum Fairy. The pale blush petals on this large bloomer are fused together, forming a teacup-shaped flower. Blooms are as big as the palm of your hand and the edges look like they have been cut with pinking shears. This romantic variety is a mix of single, semi-double, streaked, and solid flowers. Perfect for wedding work. A must-grow!

Details

Plant type: annual
Height: 40 to 48 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 8 to 12 in tall

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Cosmos can also be direct-seeded once the weather has warmed.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest when buds are just cracking, but haven’t fully opened. For double varieties, let open halfway before picking. Expect a vase life of 5 to 6 days.

Sources

How to Grow

Winter Mini Course

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