Cosmos 'Sensation Pink' organic
Product Description
Organic Cosmos 'Sensation Pink' ( Cosmos bipinnatus ) – offered by Gaia, a touch of softness and lightness in the garden
The pink cosmos 'Sensation' is an annual heritage variety , selected for its large flowers in bright pink hues , which contrast nicely with its fine and light foliage . Thanks to its slender shape and abundant flowering , it is ideal for bringing an airy and romantic effect to beds, borders and bouquets .
Easy to grow, it reseeds spontaneously , thus offering renewed flowering from year to year. Its flowers retain their brilliance even after drying , which makes it an excellent choice for dried floral arrangements.
Did you know?
Cosmos is a honey plant that attracts many pollinators , including bees and butterflies , thus promoting biodiversity in the garden. In some traditions, it is also a symbol of harmony and serenity .
Spread : Upright, bushy growth
Plant height : 90 to 120 cm
Quantity per pack : ± 200 seeds
Companion plants : Tomato, beetroot, cucumber, legumes, squash
Enemy plants : —
Cultivation method
Sowing can be done indoors in early spring for early flowering, or directly in the open ground after the last frosts .
Sow at a depth of 3 mm , spacing the plants 30 to 45 cm apart to allow them to flourish well. Cosmos prefers a light, well-drained soil , as well as exposure to full sun . Too much nitrogen promotes foliage to the detriment of flowers.
Harvest and maintenance
To prolong flowering, regularly remove faded flowers . It is also possible to carry out successive sowings every 3 weeks to spread the flowering period until the first cold weather.
Flowering stems can be cut for fresh or dried bouquets , where they retain their color well.
Why grow cosmos 'Sensation Pink'?
? Extended flowering and minimal maintenance
? Ideal for attracting pollinators
? Easy to grow and reseeds spontaneously
? Beautiful in bouquets, fresh or dried
With its delicate shine and generous flowering , the pink cosmos 'Sensation' is an essential plant for a lively, colorful and charming garden!