COSMOS sulphureus 'Crest Red' (Sulphur Cosmos, Tall Red)

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A noteworthy part of the Cosmos family, the flower can catch your eyes instantly with its appealing red color. Native to Mexico, the flower is challenging to get hands on unless you’re lucky enough to have it in your backyard. Super-attractive to butterflies, bees, and birds, the flower is pollinated...

A noteworthy part of the Cosmos family, the flower can catch your eyes instantly with its appealing red color. Native to Mexico, the flower is challenging to get hands on unless you’re lucky enough to have it in your backyard. Super-attractive to butterflies, bees, and birds, the flower is pollinated by bees, butterflies, and the sun. Rich with uncommon scent, the flower is used for decoration and medical purposes.

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
1OZ 3,750 200
1/4LB 15,000 800
1/2LB 30,000 1,600
1LB 60,000 3,200
5LB 300,000 16,000

Scientific Name: Cosmos Sulphureus

Common Name: Crest Red, Tall Red

Plant Type: Annuals

Family: Cosmos

Native Range: Mexico

Full Growth Height: 30-60 cm

Width in Across: 30-60 cm

Exposure: Full Sun

Blooming Season: Mid/Late Summer, Fall

Flower: Cut, Showy

Pollinators: Honeybees

Flower Color: Red

Tolerate: Drought, Dry Soil

Water Requirement: Average

Soil Type: Chalk, Loam, Sand

Zones: 2-11

Uses: Beds, Borders, Patio, Containers

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