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Pink Gloria Cosmos are a beginner gardener friendly wildflower that pollinators like bees and butterflies adore. They are very easy to grow and require little to no maintenance. Pink Gloria Cosmos will thrive without the need for fertilizers or perfect soil conditions, and they can tolerate drought and hot temperatures with ease. They grow lovely pink blossoms with dark centers and make a beautiful addition to wildflower and pollinator gardens but can also make wonderful cut flowers for arrangements and décor. These flowers also make a great late-season choice, as they continue to bloom when other flowers start to wane.
NAME: Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus sensation Gloria)
VARIETY: Pink Gloria
DAYS TO MATURITY: 80 – 90 days
POLLINATION: Open Pollinated
TYPE: Annual
HARDINESS ZONE: Zones 3 – 11
SUNLIGHT: Full Sun / Partial Sun
SOIL: Well-draining soil with a pH 6.1 – 7.4
SPACING: 16 – 18 inches
PLANT HEIGHT: 36 – 48 inches
TEMP: 55 – 95ºF
These seeds do not required stratification.
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Starting Pink Gloria Cosmos seeds indoors is not recommended due to their delicate nature and poor tolerance to transplanting.Although it’s possible to start seeds indoors, Pink Gloria Cosmos generally fare better when directly sown outdoors.
If you still choose to start them indoors, use biodegradable pots or trays to minimize root disturbance during transplanting.
Fill containers with a well-draining potting mix.
Sow seeds thinly on the surface of the soil and lightly press them in.
Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature of around 70-75°F (21-24°C) for optimal germination.
Place containers in a location with plenty of sunlight or under grow lights.
When seedlings have developed several sets of true leaves, transplant them outdoors carefully to avoid disturbing the roots.
In early spring, well after all threat of frost has passed, scatter seeds in a garden bed or large container that has been cleared of competing plants, large debris and compacted soil.
Lightly cover the seeds with 1/8th inch of soil and water in well.
Germination will occur in 10 to 20 days if soil temperatures are warm; cooler soil temperatures delay germination.
Seedlings do not need to be thinned but should be if overcrowding is apparent or growth is stunted.
Plant in an area that receives full sun with rich, loose, well-draining soil free from compaction.
Water these plants regularly until they begin to bloom; at this point they become quite drought tolerant
This flower must not be over-watered, and grows well in drought conditions and heat
If prolonged drought occurs, give the plants occasional deep watering
If blooming begins to decrease, cut the plant back to 12 inches for new growth; more blossoms will come in about 4 weeks
Tall plants may need support or staking. If allowed to self-seed, this flower will produce a new crop of flowers next year
Cosmos blossoms make lovely, long lasting cut flowers. Cut long stems early in the morning when the blossoms are fully opened, and remove any foliage that will fall below the water level.
These flowers usually have a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
Cosmos blossoms also make attractive dried flowers.
