Gloria Cosmos

Gloria Cosmos is a stunning beauty, featuring delicate, showy pink flowers with dark purple centers that bloom throughout the summer and fall. Standing at 18-24 inches, this compact annual plant that brings vibrant color to any garden or flower bed. Known for its ease of growth, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for a variety of landscapes. Gloria Cosmos attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding life and movement to your garden. This lovely plant is not only a beautiful addition to garden beds but also makes a fantastic cut flower, bringing color to vases and bouquets. Its resilience and low maintenance requirements make it a great choice for both experienced and novice gardeners. Whether used in borders, containers, or as a filler in flower arrangements, Gloria Cosmos is sure to impress with its lively blooms and graceful presence.

Also Known As: Gloria Cosmos, Cosmos Bipinnatus Gloria, Gloria Dwarf Cosmos, Cosmos Pink Queen, Gloria Pink Cosmos, Pink Cosmos Gloria, Cosmos Flower, Garden Cosmos Gloria, Perennial Cosmos Gloria, Summer Cosmos.

Plant Name:	Cosmos, Gloria
Latin Name:	Cosmos bipinnatus
Days to Germinate:	7-14
Days to Bloom:	50
Plant Height:	2 - 4 Feet
Spread:	12 - 18 inches
Bloom Diameter:	2 - 4 Inches
Growth Habit:	Upright
USDA Zones:	2-11
Lifespan:	Annual
Brand:	TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination:	Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO:	No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*:	No
Seeds Packed For**:	2025

*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.

Planting Instructions:

Soil Preparation:

Choose an area with heavy, well-draining soil that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 6-8 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. If the soil is heavy or clay-like, mix in some sand or compost to improve drainage. Optionally, form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 2 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage, ensure good airflow, and make harvesting for cut flowers easier. Lay down 1/2"-3/4" peat moss, sawdust, or potting soil, the soil surface. This layer is beneficial for flower seeds because it can the improve the germination environment and prevent soil crusting.

Planting:

Cosmos prefer hot climates, growing best in 65F-85F temperatures. For earlier Cosmos blooms, you may start planting indoors in containers 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date in Spring, keeping seedlings at least 65F. Harden off then transplant seedlings outdoors in a sunny location when the soil warms to at least 65F. To transplant seedlings, prepare a transplant hole outdoors in a sunny location. Remove the plants carefully from the pots or flats and set them in the transplant holes, burying some of the stem in the ground. Pack the soil loosely around the plant and leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after transplanting.

Directly Sowing: If directly sowing outdoors, plant Cosmos after all danger of frost has passed in Spring and the soil warms to at least 65F. For fall planting in cold climates, sow in mid-summer at the latest. To plant, make holes 1/4 inch deep and spaced 1-2 feet apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 2-3 seeds per hole, then cover thinly with soil. In small plots, flower seeds may be scattered and gently watered in. Once seedlings emerge, plants can separated and spaced 1-2 feet apart to allow room for mature plants to spread and prevent overcrowding. Water after planting.

Within-Row Spacing: 1-2 feet

Planting Depth:	1/4 inch
Between-Row Spacing:	2-3 feet

Care During the Season:

Once established, Cosmos are hardy, drought-tolerant plants that require minimal maintenance. Water deeply during prolonged dry spells. Fertilization is usually not needed. Cut back plants after they stop blooming or let them reseed naturally for next season. Support may be provided for tall plants.