Compact plants, good for pots.
Soft lemon-yellow flowers.
Good for pollinators.
Long flowering period.

Cosmos ‘Xanthos Lemon Sherbet' is a breeding breakthrough - the first yellow Cosmos. A compact plant with soft ferny light green foliage which waves gently in the breeze. Perfect for containers and borders, flowering all summer long.

How you will receive your plants:

Selected by our team of experts and sent from our nursery, you will receive your 12 garden ready plug plants in plug trays in a box. These are designed to keep your plants secure and to prevent damage in transit.

Can’t plant straight away?

If you aren't able to plant your plugs up straight away then ensure they stay moist. You can place your plugs on a saucer or tray of shallow water so they are able to stay hydrated. Aim to have your plugs planted within 3 days. We grow our plants to be ready for after the frosts have finished but if there is a risk of frost in your area we recommend you hold them inside for a few days to ensure a greater summer display.

Planting tips and hints:

Planting in containers: Plant approximately 6-10 plants per 30cm container. Sprinkle a layer of stone or gravel in the bottom of the container to aid drainage. Use a high-quality young plant or general-purpose compost spaced evenly with enough space to allow the plants to grow. Mix in a slow-release granular fertiliser in the compost before placing the plant to provide plenty of nutrients. Water thoroughly once planted up. Continue to water every 1-3 days depending on rainfall and don't allow the container to dry out.

Planting in the ground: Dig a hole approximately twice as deep and 3 times as wide as the plant, if your soil is heavy mix in general-purpose compost, horticultural sand and stone or potting grit to ensure good drainage. Gently compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly.

Feeding and aftercare: When feeding use a liquid feed high in potash so it gets to the roots of the plant allowing them to absorb the feed. Keep your plants well-watered over the drier summer months which could be daily depending on rainfall.

*Planting and flowering months below are subject to seasonal weather conditions.