American Meadows Pretty Petal Cosmos Seeds

Yes, these cosmos are container-friendly. Ensure your pots have good drainage and are large enough to accommodate the root systems, as cosmos can grow quite tall.

Cosmos grow best when sown directly into the garden soil after the danger of frost has passed. They have taproots that do not like being disturbed, so direct sowing is generally more successful than transplanting.

These cosmos require full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Without enough light, the plants may become leggy and produce fewer blooms.

Absolutely. Cosmos are excellent pollinator plants that provide nectar for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the growing season.

As annuals, these plants complete their entire life cycle—germinating, blooming, and setting seed—in one growing season. They will not return on their own next year, though they may occasionally self-seed if you leave the dried flower heads in the garden.

Yes, cosmos are classic cut flowers. For the longest vase life, harvest the stems in the morning when the buds are just beginning to open.