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Description
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Cosmos Purity is everyone's favourite and a garden classic in white, with its delicate pure white flowers on feathery foliage this variety really is a must for the back of borders with an approximate growing height of 90cm (36"). This flower is very attractive to bees and other pollinators too and makes for an ideal choice to add height to the back of a border.
WHEN TO SOW
March to May
WHERE TO SOW
Sow in trays of moist seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a warm place, and keep at a temperature of between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
WHAT TO DO NEXT
When seedlings are large enough to handle, prick off into trays and grow on. Gradually harden off and plant out from end of May onwards, approximately 10cm (4") apart.
MATURITY
July to October
HEIGHT
90cm (36")
HANDY TIP
Dead head regularly to provide a Summer-long display.
