The annual Cosmos bipinnatus 'Versailles Tetra' (common cosmos) yields showy, medium fuchsia, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to late autumn. This plant is upright and has matte and fine textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, cut flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
This annual attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Cosmos bipinnatus 'Versailles Tetra' tolerates drought.
Cautions
The growth rate of Cosmos bipinnatus 'Versailles Tetra' (common cosmos) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
