Cosmos, Botanical Interests Bright Lights Blend Seeds (Heirloom)

Botanical Name: Cosmos sulphureus

Family: Asteraceae

Native: Mexico

Hardiness: Annual

Plant Dimensions: 3² tall, 18³-36³ wide

Variety Information: 2 1/2³ flowers in a blend of yellow, golden, golden-orange, and scarlet-orange

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant

Bright Lights is a cosmic beauty show from midsummer until first frost. Vibrant, bold, 2 1/2" flowers on 36" plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds that love the nectar from the blossoms. Cosmos are a superb choice for wildflower and naturalized areas, as they are drought tolerant, and neglect is the kind of care they prefer! Sprinkle the pretty, edible petals to add a bit of zest to salads or cold meals. An excellent cut flower, too. 1 gram (100 seeds)