Cosmos

Cosmos

Solenostemon scutellaioides

These light and airy plants bear fluffy semidouble-to-double blooms in pink, rose, white, or burgundy all summer if deadheaded regularly. They need good drainage and regular watering.  Do not feed with high nitrogen fertilizer.

Type of Plant: Annual

Distinguishing Characteristics: Bright colors, drought tolerant once established.

Water Use: Moderate

Flower Color: Various

Sun/Location: Full to Part Sun