Plant details
This rather special cosmos has fluted petals, each rolled round a tube, like a sea shell. The petals splay out from a button like centre. It has ferny foliage and is excellent in borders and useful for cutting.
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Cosmos
Species: bipinnatus
Cultivar: Sea Shells
Plant type: Hardy annual
Flower colour: Pink
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline
Hardiness: Half hardy
Skill level: Experienced
Height: 105cm
Spread: 90cm
Time to plant seeds: March to April
Flowering period: July to October
Reader reviews
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This year is my first time at growing Cosmos 'Seashells', the seedlings have so far grown into healthy sturdy young plants, promising lots of radiant blooms.
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