Cosmos 'Bright Lights'

The intense dazzling yellow to reddish orange single flowers on this striking species Cosmos attracts bumblebees, birds, and beneficial insects, and looks terrific in a cut flower bouquet. It's easy to grow in a variety of soils - tend towards the dry side. Its natural drought tolerance makes it a good candidate for xeriscaping. For the middle or front of a mixed border. Mix Bright Lights with dark blue and purple flowers like Blue Boy Centaurea (available in my shop) for eye-catching contrast.

Details:

QTY: 25

HEIGHT: 24-36”

TYPE: Annual

DEPTH: Cover Lightly

GERMINATION: 7-10 days at 20-22°C
 
SITE: Full sun

MATURITY: 75 - 90 Days

SPACING: 12"

PINCH: 12"

How to Grow:
Indoors (Recommended) - Sow into seedling container 5-7 weeks before last frost, covering seeds lightly. Harden-off and transplant outdoors after last frost. Direct seed - Sow after last frost, once soil temperature is above 16°C, covering seeds lightly. Pinching encourages branching.