Quantity
Approximately 50 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Asteraceae
Type
Annual flower
Cycle
Annual
Cosmos 'Bright Light' organic (Cosmos sulphureus) , offered by Les jardins de l'Écoumene
Cosmos 'Bright Light' is a vibrant annual, perfect for brightening up gardens with its vibrant orange and yellow flowers. Easy to grow and very hardy, it adapts to a variety of conditions including poor soils, drought and heat. Plants grow to around 1 metre in height, with a spread of 30-50cm, and produce an abundance of flowers throughout the summer, ideal for beds, borders and bouquets. Attracting butterflies, birds and pollinators, this variety adds life and colour to any green space.
Latin name : Cosmos sulphureus
Maturity : Annual
Germination : 7 to 10 days
Sowing temperature : 18 to 22°C
Plant height : Approximately 1 meter
Spread : 30 to 50 cm
Flower color : Bright orange and yellow
Quantity per pack : Approximately 50 seeds
Formulation : Organic
Use : Massifs, borders, bouquets of flowers, pollination
Companion plants : Zinnias, marigolds, sunflowers
Enemy plants : No particular enemies known
Cultivation method:
Sow directly in the ground after the last frost or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 1/4-3/4 inch deep in well-drained soil, spacing plants 12-20 inches apart. Place in full sun to maximize flowering.
This variety tolerates heat and poor soils well, but moderate watering is recommended to maintain continuous blooms. If plants become too tall or heavy, light staking may be necessary to support the flower stems. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms throughout the season.
An explosion of color for the garden!
Cosmos ' Bright Light' is a perfect option for adding a bright and cheerful touch to your beds and borders. Hardy and easy to grow, it blends harmoniously into any garden and attracts beneficial wildlife, transforming your outdoor spaces into a haven of life and beauty.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 to 1 cm (0.2 to 0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F)
Establishment time
7 to 10 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Well-drained
Watering
Moderate
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
true
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to October
Harvest60 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsZinnia, marigold, sunflower
Avoid planting withNone known
Flower beds, borders, bouquets, pollinators
