Cosmos Flower Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

summer well into fall. Butterflies and bees adore them, they make wonderful cut flowers, and they practically grow themselves. Who it's for A dream for beginners, cut-flower gardeners, and pollinator lovers. Cosmos thrives on neglect, actually blooming best in lean soil, so it is ideal for anyone who wants a big, breezy display without much work. Plant a drift and enjoy the show. How & when to plant Sow cosmos seeds directly after your last frost, planting them about a quarter inch deep in full sun, or start them indoors a few weeks earlier. Keep the soil lightly moist; seedlings usually appear in about 7 to 14 days. Thin plants to about 12 to 18 inches apart so the tall stems can support one another. See our Cosmos growing guide for more. Growing & care Here is the secret with cosmos: go easy on the soil and the fertilizer, since rich ground gives you lush leaves but fewer flowers. Water while young, then let them be. The tall varieties may need a little support in windy spots, and deadheading keeps them blooming, though they also self-sow for next year. Harvest Cosmos are superb cut flowers. Snip stems just as the buds open, cutting often to encourage more blooms, and they will keep the garden and the vase full for months. Leave a few flowers at season's end to drop seed. Benefits & uses Cosmos are as useful as they are pretty. They fill borders and cutting gardens with airy color, draw butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects in droves, and ask for almost nothing in return. A packet goes a long way toward a joyful garden full of pollinators. Why gardeners choose our cosmos seed Our cosmos seed is heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated, chosen for strong germination and packed fresh by a licensed seed dealer based in the USA. Plant it once and let it reseed for years, saving seed from your favorite blooms. Choose the pack size that fits your garden and get sowing.