Plant name: Cosmos bipinnatus 'purity'
Other names: Cosmos
Category: Annual
Plant family: Asteraceae
Light preference: Full sun/partial shade
Soil preference: Sand, chalk, alkaline, neutral; well-drained
Flowering/fruiting month: July-September
Size:
- 0.1-1 metres height
- 0.1-0.5 metres spread
Description: Cosmos bipinnatus ‘Purity’ bears masses of pure white, single, saucer-shaped flowers, in contrast with bright green, feathery foliage. It makes a great planting partner for dark-flowered dahlias and chrysanthemums, and both its flowers and foliage work well in cut flower arrangements.
Care: Dead head spent flowers to encourage repeat flowering.
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