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Cosmos sulphureus Dwarf Ladybird Scarlet
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Cosmos sulphureus Dwarf Ladybird Scarlet
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer to Autumn
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Cut Flower
Description
A dwarf, early flowering cosmos with fresh ferny foliage and masses of medium sized semi-double bright orange red blooms on compact bushy plants. An excellent bedding plant, flowering throughout the summer. Flowers summer. Height 30cm (12in). Spread 40cm (16in).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost or outdoors after last frost |
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| Sowing depth: | 3mm (1/8in) |
Sow at 21-24C (70-74F) in a good seed sowing mix. Keep soil damp but not wet, sealing in a plastic bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 5-10 days.
Growing Instructions
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 45cm (18in) apart in a sunny spot on light well drained soil. For pot plants, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots, grow cool, well ventilated and give plenty of light, but shade from direct sun.
Aftercare Instructions
Please note: In cloudy or rainy weather, up to 50% may flower orange instead of blood red.