Cosmos, Diablo

Diablo Cosmos
Cosmos bipinnatus
Annual

Diablo Cosmos is an annual flowering plant, but is a good self seeder and may come back up in your garden next year. This variety adds a bold splash of orange to garden beds, borders, and containers, creating a dramatic focal point. The vibrant blooms attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity in the garden. It blooms prolifically from summer to fall, providing continuous color throughout the season.

Plant Spacing: 9-12 inches
Sun Preference: Full sun
Companion Plants: Diablo Cosmos pairs well with other annuals such as marigolds, zinnias, and sunflowers.
Common Pests: Cosmos is generally pest-resistant but may occasionally attract aphids or spider mites.
Growing Information: Diablo Cosmos are easy to grow, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil with moderate moisture levels. Provide consistent moisture until seedlings emerge, then water sparingly once established.