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Scientific
Name:
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Cosmos atrosanguineus
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Common Name:
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Chocolate Cosmos
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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deciduous
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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24-30" tall X 12-18" wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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daisy-like rich chocolatey maroon
single flowers summer through fall
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Zone
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zones 7-17, hardy to 10-15° F
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Description,
Notes
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tuberous perennial native to Mexico
grown for its deliciously chocolate scented flowers which
are also excellent cut; nice in mass front border plantings
or mixed potted arrangements where the intoxicating fragrance
can be experienced firsthand; prefers well-drained soils;
attracts butterflies
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Photos coming soon!
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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