Cosmos Bipinnatus Purity
Cosmos Bipinnatus Purity. Stunning ferny foliage and an abundance of graceful pure white flowers up to 4in or more in diameter make this an outstanding and popular, easy to cultivate annual.  Blooms all summer until frost.  Very effective when grown in masses as a background planting and informal flower gardens.  Makes excellent cut flowers.    Tolerates poor soil, heat and dry conditions.   Very Attractive to Butterflies.   30-36 inches high.
 Cultivation Advice Cosmos Bipinnatus Purity
Days To Germination:Â 5-10
Planting Depth:Â 1/4 inch
Spacing, Plant:Â 12 inches
Plant Height:Â 24-36 inches
Light:Â Full Sun
- Sow early indoors / under cover with warmth 4-6 weeks prior to the last frost in individual pots or trays.
- Cover seed with 1/4 inch fine soil. Keep soil moderately moist and warm during germination.
- Can be sown directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed through early summer.
- Thin or transplant to 12 inches apart when plants are 2 to 3 inches tall.
- Gradually acclimatise outside after all danger of frost has passed.
- Cosmos grows best in full sun in ordinary garden soil and may re-sow itself.
- Fairly drought resistant, water only when soil is dry for an extended period.
