Candy Stripe Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) – Unique Bicolor Blooms in Pink & White, Easy-Grow Cottage Garden Annual, 30+ Seeds

Cosmos bipinnatus

Minimum: 30+ seeds

Candy Stripe Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) offers a delightful display of pink and white bi-colored blooms that resemble candy stripes, adding an eye-catching charm to gardens and landscapes. This easy-to-grow annual has delicate, fern-like foliage that complements its showy flowers, which are favorites among pollinators like bees and butterflies. Reaching heights of up to 4 feet, Candy Stripe Cosmos makes a striking addition to garden borders, cottage-style plantings, and pollinator gardens. Its tall, airy habit and vibrant blooms create a dynamic, breezy effect, adding both height and texture.

Key Features:

• Bi-Colored, Show-Stopping Blooms: The distinctive pink and white striped petals add a unique, lively color contrast, bringing elegance and a playful charm to gardens.
• Pollinator Magnet: These blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, providing a nectar-rich source for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the blooming season.
• Low-Maintenance & Fast-Growing: Cosmos is known for its easy-growing nature, adapting well to various soils and requiring minimal care, making it perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
• Extended Bloom Period: With proper deadheading, Candy Stripe Cosmos will bloom from mid-summer through the first frost, providing vibrant color and beauty for an extended season.
• Ideal for Cut Flowers: The sturdy, long-stemmed blooms make stunning cut flowers, adding a touch of elegance to indoor floral arrangements.

Growing Tips:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for the best flower production, although it can tolerate partial shade in hot climates.
• Soil: Thrives in well-draining, average to moderately rich soils. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it may encourage more foliage than flowers.
• Watering: Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Cosmos is drought-tolerant once established, ideal for low-water and xeriscape gardens.
• Planting: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Space plants 12-18 inches apart for optimal air circulation.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong the flowering period and encourage a more abundant bloom.

Uses:

• Cottage & Wildflower Gardens: Perfect for informal gardens and cottage-style plantings, creating an effortless, natural look alongside other colorful flowers.
• Pollinator Gardens: A valuable addition to pollinator habitats, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, contributing to a vibrant, ecologically diverse garden.
• Borders & Backgrounds: With its tall and airy growth, Candy Stripe Cosmos is an excellent choice for garden borders, providing height, texture, and a soft contrast to dense plantings.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Ideal for fresh bouquets with long stems and captivating blooms that make vibrant floral arrangements, enhancing indoor spaces with natural beauty.

Why Choose Candy Stripe Cosmos? Candy Stripe Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) combines unique beauty and ease of growth, making it a versatile addition to both formal and casual gardens. Its charming pink and white blooms add a whimsical touch to landscapes while supporting pollinator populations, making it an eco-friendly choice. Whether in a cottage garden, pollinator habitat, or cut flower arrangement, Candy Stripe Cosmos delivers reliable, season-long beauty with minimal effort, bringing joyful color to outdoor spaces and bouquets.