Select Seeds Cosmos Double Click Mix
Best ruffled floral variety for home gardeners seeking elegant cut flowers.
These frilly, double-petaled blooms bring a vintage charm to the garden, reminiscent of early 20th-century floral displays. They are exceptionally floriferous, thriving in hot, dry conditions while providing a reliable source of color from midsummer through the first frost.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact visual texture in their summer flower beds.
- Floral designers and hobbyists who enjoy creating fresh indoor bouquets.
- Eco-conscious homeowners looking to support local biodiversity and beneficial insects.
Who should skip it
- Precise landscapers who require guaranteed flower consistency for specific designs.
- Busy gardeners who prefer plants that do not require structural support.
- Impatient growers wanting immediate color shortly after the last frost.
Performance breakdown
Drought tolerance
Thrives effortlessly even during the hottest, driest summer stretches.
Pollinator appeal
Actively draws bees and butterflies to your garden all season.
Cut flower longevity
Stems hold up beautifully in vases for extended indoor enjoyment.
Ease of cultivation
Fast germination and low maintenance make this perfect for beginners.
Bloom density
Pinching stems early creates a prolific, bushy display of flowers.
Visual impact
Vintage double-petaled blooms offer sophisticated texture and vibrant color.
Key Specs
Lifecycle
Annual
Mature Height
48 inches
Mature Spread
24 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full sun
Water Requirements
Low
Planting Depth
0.6 cm
Days to Germination
3-10 days
Days to Maturity
56-84 days
Botanical Name
Cosmos bipinnatus
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