Cosmos flowers do particularly well in lean soil. Some shorter varieties thrive in containers. It’s best to plant them just before the last spring frost, in full sun and in well-draining soil. Protect ...

Not only are all types of cosmos easy and inexpensive to grow, they produce an abundance of pretty, daisy-like flowers that can be cut for the vase during summer and early fall. They are native to ...

It's easy to see why gardeners love cosmos. These delightful flowers burst with cheerful blooms in vibrant shades, from white to purple to pink. They're perfect in a meadow or English cottage garden, ...

Q:We visited Callaway Gardens in Georgia a few weeks ago, and cosmos was listed as one of three top plants that attract butterflies and thrive especially well there. My outdoor project for spring is ...

We all love color in the summertime garden. Problem is, few drought-tolerant plants bloom in summer. Summer is when many perennials, flowering shrubs and trees go into a sort of suspended animation, ...

Cosmos are cherished for their brilliant, daisy-like blooms, which add effortless charm to any garden space. With proper attention, these plants don't merely flower during summer, they can flourish ...

14:44, Thu, Aug 14, 2025 Updated: 14:46, Thu, Aug 14, 2025 Cosmos are beloved for their vibrant, daisy-like flowers, which bring effortless beauty to any garden. With the right care, they don’t just ...

Some Cosmos bedding plants I recently planted in our new garden have struggled to get going. Their leaves have yellowed and they look stunted. Any suggestions as to what the problem is? In my old ...