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Cosmos atrosanguineus
chocolate cosmos
These velvety, dahlia-like, chocolate-maroon flowers have a delicious aroma, reminiscent of the best Belgian chocolates. One of our...
Sultry chocolate-scented blooms in deepest blood-red in late summer -treat as tuberous dahlia - and inhale regularly
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Cosmos atrosanguineus:
Please note:
GOES WELL WITH
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