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Family: Asteraceae
(ass-ter-AY-see-ee) Genus: Cosmos (KOS-mus) Species: sulphureus (sul-FER-ee-us) Synonym:Bidens sulphurea Synonym:Coreopsis sulphurea
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Category AnnualsWater Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingSun Exposure Full SunFoliage SmoothFoliage Color UnknownHeight 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)Spacing 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)Hardiness Not Applicable |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger Parts of plant are poisonous if ingestedBloom Color RedOrange Bright Yellow Bloom Characteristics This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid SummerLate Summer/Early Fall Other details May be a noxious weed or invasiveSoil pH requirements 7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; direct sow outdoors in fallFrom seed; direct sow after last frost Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season Seed Collecting Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seedsProperly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |