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A beautiful colour range including white, rose and crimson blooms. This tall variety with feathery foliage produces a constant display of clour and is ideal as a backdrop or a cut flower.
Features
- Annual
- Long flowering
- Easy to grow
Product details
How
Scatter seeds direct where they are to grow or into trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant or thin out when lage enough to handle.
Care
Choose a warm, well-drained, Sunny position sheltered from wind. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting and fertilise regularly with Yates Thrive Soluble Plant Food. Water regularly. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Keep lighly mulched to ensure soil is cool and moist.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30cm |
| Sow depth |
6mm |
| Plant height |
90cm |
| Germination |
14-21 days |
| Germination (days) |
17 days |
| Flowering |
12 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
84 days |
| Botanical name |
Cosmos bipinnatus |
Cosmos 'Tango'
Intense semi-double flame red blooms, that mature to vibrant orange with yellow centres. Makes a spectacular show planted in drifts.
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