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Cosmos Lucinda seeds - Cosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos x bipinnatus
Garden Cosmos, Mexican Aster

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A tall cosmos variety (100–120 cm) with large, rounded flowers borne on long stems, perfect for borders and bouquets. Early and highly floriferous, it flowers all summer long, from July to September. Sowing in April-May, directly in the ground or under cover, after the last frosts.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
1.10 m
Exposure
Sun
Germination time (days)
10 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
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Sowing period February to April
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Flowering time July to September
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Description

Cosmos bipinnatus Lucinda is a stately annual plant developed for bedding displays and cut flower arrangements. Its large, rounded pure white flowers, borne on long sturdy stems, possess a beautiful natural elegance. They are perfect for bringing a light and luminous touch to the garden throughout the summer.

Cosmos Lucinda germinates in spring, flowers in summer and then dies in autumn. This plant develops slender stems 1 m to 1.20 m in height. Its light green, finely cut and airy foliage showcases the abundance of summer flowers. The large, rounded, cup-shaped flowers measure 6 to 8 cm in diameter. They bloom from July to September in the case of a spring sowing. In mild climates or with an early sowing under cover, flowering can begin from late June and continue until October, especially if the weather remains mild. Regularly removing spent flowers encourages repeat flowering. Cosmos are loved by bees and other pollinators.

The bipinnate Cosmos 'Lucinda' combines harmoniously with other tall Cosmos varieties like 'Rubenza' or 'Sensation Pinkie'. Also pair it with tall cottage garden plants like Echinops bannaticus Blue Glow, Coneflowers, or ornamental grasses like Fountain Grasses. Sow your cosmos in a large seasonal border, a tall herbaceous border, or a flowering meadow.

The eco-friendly gesture: sowing a nectar-rich plant like Cosmos ‘Lucinda’ invites bees and other pollinators all summer long. At the end of the season, leave a few flowers to go to seed: they will feed the birds and promote the biodiversity of your garden.

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Cosmos: sowing and planting
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by Virginie T. 14 min.
Cosmos: sowing and planting
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Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time July to September
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 8 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour green
Foliage description The light green, finely cut foliage of Cosmos Lucinda highlights its large flowers.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.10 m
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Cosmos

Species

x bipinnatus

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Garden Cosmos, Mexican Aster

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference24496

Planting and care

For Cosmos 'Lucinda', you have two sowing options:
Sow under cover in March-April followed by transplanting into pots before final placement in your borders after the frosts.
Direct sowing in situ in May (after the last frosts) followed by transplanting at a distance of 30 cm or simply thinning out excess seedlings. Allow between 80 and 90 days between sowing and flowering.
Germination takes 7 to 10 days at 15–20°C.

Soil preparation and sowing: cosmos prefers a light, well-drained soil, even poor, but not too moist. Choose a location in full sun. Loosen the soil to a depth of 15 to 20 cm, without adding too much fertiliser (soil that is too rich promotes foliage at the expense of flowers). Space young plants 30 to 40 cm apart.

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Sowing period

Sowing period February to April
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Germination time (days) 10 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture all types, well-drained, well-prepared

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