Cosmos bipinnatus, (Circa 19th C) For the Bee's or Cut Flower, This is well .. stunningly sensational! A Tall, wispy, delightful bee attractant heirloom dating back to the late 19th century & an easy flower to grow with decent drought tolerance. One of the earliest blooming cosmos mixtures, the large, sturdy plants have beautiful ferny foliage & a wide mixture of vibrant colours in white, pink, rose & crimson, waving gently in the breeze. Great cut flower, Half-hardy annual, will reseed itself. Height up to 4 ft, An economical choice to fill large borders or to landscape large spaces., Seed Count Approx - 35 / 40 avg SOWING - Sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Cover seeds with a thin layer of soil. Continue plantings at 3-wk intervals through June for continuous colour. When plants are about 2 in tall thin to 8 to 12 in apart. Does not transplant well