Garden cosmos
Cosmos bipinnatus · Cosmos · Aster family
Also known as: Mexican Aster · Cosmos
Very easy60–120cmPet-friendly
Garden cosmos care at a glance
Garden cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 18–30 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18–30 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Garden cosmos
Possible pests on Garden cosmos include Aphids and Aster leafhopper. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Grey mould and Aster yellows. Garden cosmos is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Aster leafhopper Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Grey mould Medium
- Aster yellows Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
- Wind damage Low
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Frequently asked questions about Garden cosmos
- Which pests affect Garden cosmos?
- Possible pests on Garden cosmos include Aphids and Aster leafhopper.
- Which diseases affect Garden cosmos?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Grey mould and Aster yellows.
- Is Garden cosmos toxic to cats and dogs?
- Garden cosmos is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Garden cosmos need?
- Garden cosmos has a low water requirement.
- What light does Garden cosmos need?
- Garden cosmos prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Garden cosmos frost-hardy?
- Garden cosmos is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 1 °C.