Cosmos Seeds 'Vega Mix'

• Classic mix of pink, white and violet flowers
• Flowers for months in summer and autumn
• Popular with pollinators
• Ideal for cutting

Flowering from mid-summer well into autumn, Cosmos ‘Vega Mix’ brings months of colour to the garden with sturdy, compact plants in a classic mix of pink, white and violet shades. The flowers are very popular with pollinators and ideal for cutting.

Sow indoors

Level fill a tray with seed compost firming with the base of another tray. Water well with a fine rose. Scatter seeds thinly, lightly covering with vermiculite or a little more compost. Place in a propagator at 18-25°C or cover tray with cling film and leave in a warm room.

Grow on

When shoots appear, remove cling film. Keep seedlings in a light position, but shade from direct sunlight. When large enough to handle, transplant 5cm apart into small pots or module trays. Grow on in a minimum temperature of 10°C.

Plant out

Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions for 2-3 weeks before planting out in full sun when risk of frost has passed. Allow 30cm between plants. Water well until established.

Aftercare

Dead head faded blooms to keep plants blooming for longer. Cosmos grow best in full sun. Feed during the summer with a liquid feed to promote healthy growth and flowers. Use good quality compost when planting in containers.