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Early Sensation Cosmos

Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation'

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Overview

The Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') thrives in full sun, reaching heights of 3-5 feet with a spread of 12-18 inches. Its fine-textured, feathery foliage is complemented by daisy-like flowers, spanning 2-3 inches across. Blooms in vibrant shades of pink, white, and maroon make it a standout from midsummer to frost. This low-maintenance annual attracts pollinators and adds height to borders or as a background plant.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–10Type AnnualClimate Subtropical
Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — The Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') thrives in full sun
Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — Its fine-textured, feathery foliage is complemented by daisy-like flowers, spanning 2-3 inchesEarly Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — reaching heights of 3-5 feet with a spread of 12-18 inches

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Ft.
Mature width
0.5–1 Ft.

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — The Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') thrives in full sun
Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — Its fine-textured, feathery foliage is complemented by daisy-like flowers, spanning 2-3 inches
Early Sensation Cosmos (Cosmos Bipinnatus 'Early Sensation') — reaching heights of 3-5 feet with a spread of 12-18 inches
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