Comments on: Crazy for Cosmos

By: Marlena Hirsch

Marlena Hirsch — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 04:17:33 +0000

I had spring-planted cosmos that had no flowers till October. Finally after the plants were about six feet tall, they made a pink cloud of blossoms. They were spectacular. I hope to keep these going from saved seed. I grow about an hours drive north of San Francisco, so the plants had time to bloom.

By: AJ

AJ — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 02:41:37 +0000

for the second year in a row, I’ve had one cosmos plant that never bloomed – no buds even. It just got very big and bushy. any idea why this happens? the cosmos plant next to it is blooming just fine. so strange!

By: Bay

Bay — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 21:23:24 +0000

Maaike, looks like floret is going full steam ahead with their breading program. Not sure if Cosmos are apart of that. This year they offered zinnia, dahlia and celosia seeds and last I read they were not going to offer seeds till possibly 2025. Check out their blog for more information. :)

By: Deby Brooke

Deby Brooke — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:47:37 +0000

Had great success with cosmos last year although they were covered in aphids. Any advice on controlling aphids? Thanks for all the wonderful resources and information you provide.

By: Gardengal

Gardengal — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:44:58 +0000

I used to plant cosmos at my previous home as they are one of my favorites, too. You, however get the prize of prizes for the amazing blooms and varieties! I would love to plant them again at my new home, but we have tremendous issues with rabbits. I do spray (organic) but that is only somewhat effective. Do you know if cosmos are a delicious treat for rabbits or if they might avoid them for dinner? Thank you. I’ll try potsfull if needed!

By: Maaike

Maaike — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:09:14 +0000

When are your Cosmos for sale?? Thank you!

By: BriAnn, Team Floret

BriAnn, Team Floret — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:35:14 +0000

In reply to Maci. Yes, we plant cosmo seedlings into landscape fabric holes to help keep the weed pressure down. Happy planting!

By: Maci

Maci — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 04:13:09 +0000

I was wondering if you use preburned tarp to grow Cosmos? I couldn’t find anything stating that you did but I wanted to make sure. I live in Texas and I am going to try and sow directly into the ground. If you don’t use the tarp how far apart do I need to sprinkle seeds? Don’t want to overcrowd them (if that’s and issue) but while also choking out weeds. Thank you for your help! You’re an inspiration and I’m so excited to get my hands in the dirt this next season with all the knowledge I’ve learned from you.

By: BriAnn, Team Floret

BriAnn, Team Floret — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:19:35 +0000

In reply to Angel Berends. They may just need more time, more sun, or you can give them some fertilizer higher in phosphorus to help with bud development.

By: Angel Berends

Angel Berends — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:44:28 +0000

What do I do when the cosmos doesn’t bloom