Cosmos bipinnatus Sonata Series

cosmea Sonata Series
Sonata Series are compact annuals to 30cm, with finely dissected leaves and single, daisy-like flower-heads 8cm across, in shades of red, pink and white with yellow centre
Synonyms
Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata' mixedCosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink Red White | Green | ||
Autumn | ||||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Cosmos can be annuals or perennials with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large, long-stalked daisy-like flowers in summer
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown at 16°C in mid-spring under glass, or in situ in late spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds
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