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Annuals

Cosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos

Representative cosmos; cropped from a photo by Jiafei Slay Queen (Wikimedia Commons). Colors vary by selection.

Daisy-like blooms float above finely divided foliage, giving summer beds a light, open appearance. Pink, white and darker shades are available. Taller selections work well behind shorter annuals and provide flowers for cutting and visiting pollinators.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 2 ft.–4 ft. (varies by selection) tall × 2 ft.–3 ft. (varies by selection) wide
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil
Bloom: Spring, summer, fall

Sizes & prices

4.5"$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Usually less favored; not browse-proof.
Drought: Tolerant once established; containers still need watering.
Wet soil: Needs good drainage; avoid standing water.
Heat: Tolerant.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies

Growing & care

Pruning: Deadhead for continued flowering; stake tall stems in exposed positions.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Photo: Jiafei Slay Queen · CC0 1.0

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.