Cosmos 'Ladybird Scarlet' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
$3.50
In stock
SKU
GH1311
Excellent for attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators!
Cosmos 'Ladybird Scarlet' produces blooms in a beautiful scarlet-orange color. The vibrant flowers appear on compact plants from mid-summer to fall. Cosmos are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators!
| Botanical Name | Cosmos sulphureus |
|---|---|
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 3 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 2-4 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 9-12 in. (22-30 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Red, Red-Orange, Scarlet (Dark Red) |
| Bloom Time | Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Foliage | Smooth-Textured |
| Other Details | Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping, Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements | 7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline) |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
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