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Cosmos 'Picotée'

Name: Cosmos 'Picotée'
Brand: Le potager ornemental de Catherine
SKU: POC-SEMENCES
Price: 4.19 CAD
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Cosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos 'Picotée' has the following characteristics: pink, fuchsia or white flowers, often bicoloured; plants 1.50 metre tall. The confirmed botanical name, Cosmos bipinnatus, helps identify the plant precisely. The recommended exposure is full sun. Direct sow after all risk of frost has passed, or start seeds indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand. Sow the seeds at a depth of 5 mm (0.2 in) in the growing medium. Allow 40 cm (15.7 in) between plants. The harvest schedule varies with the weather and sowing date. Its presence helps create a planting suited to its growth habit and flowering. These flower seeds are suitable for a gardening project in Quebec or elsewhere in Canada.

Quantity: ±70 seeds
Exposure: Full sun

Common nameCosmos

FamilyAsteraceae

GenusCosmos

Speciesbipinnatus

CultivarPicotée

TypeOpen-pollinated seeds

Botanical nameCosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos 'Picotée' belongs to Cosmos bipinnatus. The plant completes its life cycle in one season. The plant reaches 1.50 m (4.9 ft) in height. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Flowering occurs from late July until frost. These characteristics help you choose its position in the garden and compare this selection with other cultivars in the same group. Plan its location around its growth, leaving enough room to observe and care for the plant. The sowing date, available light and warmth received then influence the pace of growth in Quebec.

Full sun; poor, well-drained soil. Sow directly after all risk of frost has passed, or start indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand. Sow the seeds at a depth of 5 mm (0.2 in). Leave 40 cm (15.7 in) between plants. In Quebec, adjust the timing of planting to the frost risks in your particular area and to the life cycle of the plant. Keep the growing mix slightly moist during emergence without saturating it, and provide light as soon as seedlings appear. If sowing begins indoors, acclimatize the seedlings to wind and sun before planting them in the garden.

Position the plants where their flowers will remain clearly visible, taking their expected height and spread into account when arranging the planting. Leave access for watering at the base, following buds as they open and removing damaged stems. Group plants with similar requirements for light exposure and soil moisture, while avoiding crowding young plants together simply to create an immediate visual effect. Leave enough room for the foliage as it continues to grow and develop through the season. For this annual, follow flowering through the season and choose which stems to keep for their seeds. Keep labels in place to recognize each variety, even after the flowers have faded. Keep these flower seeds dry until the next sowing.

Sowing guide

It all startswith a seed.

Sowing depth

5 mm (0.2 in)

Spacing / density

40 cm (15.7 in)

Sowing period

Direct sow after the risk of frost has passed or start seeds indoors 3 to 6 weeks before.

Propagation

Seed sowing

Growing method

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Before opening the packet, prepare the seed-starting supplies and this crop's future growing site. A clean surface, suitable soil and a label prevent unnecessary handling once the seeds are in place. Keep the packet dry so that the instructions specific to the seed lot remain available. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Plan to sow directly after all risk of frost has passed, or start indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand. The stated sowing depth is 5 mm (0.2 in). Allow a spacing of 40 cm (15.7 in) between plants. Prepare to sow flower seeds according to the depth and schedule specific to the species. Keep the surface moist with gentle watering to avoid displacing the seeds. Providing the seedlings with enough light as they emerge helps reduce the stretching of their young stems.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Care level

Moderate

Watering

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Check moisture in the root zone before deciding whether to water. Rainfall, wind conditions and the exposure of the container all influence how frequently you need to provide water. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Cosmos needs effective drainage and watering adjusted to rainfall. Cultivars recommended for poor soil should not automatically be fed large amounts of nitrogen. Very leafy growth is not the goal when flowering is desired.

Soil type

Cosmos 'Picotée'. The soil must allow roots to receive water and then let excess water drain away. Prepare the soil when it is no longer waterlogged, avoiding working it while excessively wet, and first correct any problems with compaction or standing water. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Cosmos needs effective drainage and watering adjusted to rainfall. Cultivars recommended for poor soil should not automatically be fed large amounts of nitrogen.

Fertilization

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Adjust feeding to the actual fertility of the soil or the nutrients already in the growing mix. Soil that is already fertile does not automatically require another application. Follow the instructions provided for the fertilizer you have chosen, and avoid adding further fertilizer to a plant whose roots are already struggling because the soil drains poorly. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Cosmos needs effective drainage and watering adjusted to rainfall.

Moisture

Even moisture without saturation

Seasonal care

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Early in the growing period, check emergence and the condition of young roots before changing care. Thin the seedlings, transplant them and put supports in place at the stage when the young plants can still be handled carefully without unnecessary disturbance. Throughout the growing season, observe the plant after rainfall, during windy periods and following episodes of hot weather. Remove genuinely diseased parts and keep tools clean. At the end of the growing period, sort the debris, clean containers and store remaining seeds in a dry place. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Plan to sow directly after all risk of frost has passed, or start indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand. The stated sowing depth is 5 mm (0.2 in). Allow a spacing of 40 cm (15.7 in) between plants. Prepare to sow flower seeds according to the depth and schedule specific to the species. Keep the surface moist with gentle watering to avoid displacing the seeds. Good light at emergence reduces stretching in seedlings.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Cosmos 'Picotée'. When growing in a container, consider the available root space, the drainage and the access to light as a whole. Choose a stable pot with clear drainage holes and a growing mix intended for containers. A decorative planter without a drainage outlet should hold an inner pot with drainage holes. Keep the container accessible so that you can check the growing medium rather than watering without inspection. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Plan to sow directly after all risk of frost has passed, or start indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand. The stated sowing depth is 5 mm (0.2 in). Allow a spacing of 40 cm (15.7 in) between plants. The plant's growth habit should guide its position in the bed. A tall species can hide a low border, while a trailing plant needs open space around its planter.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

1.50 m (4.9 ft)

Bloom period

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Watch for buds and opening flowers, taking the plant's life cycle into account. Light and establishment conditions influence how this stage progresses. This plant is grown as an annual. The height stated for this plant is a height of 1.50 metre (4.9 ft) when grown. Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Here, companion plants are chosen to share a growing site and simplify care. Position tall plants where they will not deprive their neighbours of the light they need. No arrangement of companion plants can, on its own, guarantee that the crop will be protected from pests. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

How do you sow Cosmos 'Picotée' seeds?

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Prepare for sowing according to the instructions for the plant and seed lot. A label showing the name and date helps you track emergence without confusing cultivars. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Choose full sun with poor, well-drained soil. Plan to sow directly after all risk of frost has passed, or start indoors 3 to 6 weeks beforehand.

How much space should you allow for Cosmos 'Picotée'?

Cosmos 'Picotée'. The available space should match the plant's growth, light needs and the access required for care. Account for the shade cast by neighbouring plants once their foliage has developed. This plant is grown as an annual. The height stated for this plant is a height of 1.50 metre (4.9 ft) when grown. Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. The plant's growth habit should guide its position in the bed. A tall species can hide a low border, while a trailing plant needs open space around its planter.

How should you adjust watering for Cosmos 'Picotée'?

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Decide whether to water after checking moisture near the roots. The surface of the growing mix may look dry while the root ball remains moist. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Cosmos needs effective drainage and watering adjusted to rainfall. Cultivars recommended for poor soil should not automatically be fed large amounts of nitrogen.

What precautions should you take when growing Cosmos 'Picotée' in a container?

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Container growing requires a stable container with drainage and easy access for care. A planter should not remain saturated after rain or after every watering. This plant is grown as an annual. The height stated for this plant is a height of 1.50 metre (4.9 ft) when grown. Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. The plant's growth habit should guide its position in the bed. A tall species can hide a low border, while a trailing plant needs open space around its planter.

How should you monitor flowering in Cosmos 'Picotée'?

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Assess the right moment using the signs specific to the plant and its intended use. Follow several harvests or flowering periods to recognize the stage that suits your garden. This plant is grown as an annual. The stated plant height is 1.50 metre (4.9 ft). Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. The finely divided leaves are also very ornamental. Watch flowers open to follow their colour and how well they hold up. If the plant is intended for bouquets, choose healthy stems and cut with a clean tool.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Cosmos 'Picotée'. Very beautiful nectar-producing flowers, 6 to 10 cm (2.4 to 3.9 in) in diameter, pink, fuchsia or white with yellow centres, often bicoloured. Let visitors reach the flowers and avoid insecticide treatments while they are active. Complementary flowering periods can provide resources at other times of the season.