Cosmos atrosanguineus 'Chocolate' (1 Gallon)

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Cosmos atrosanguineus (Chocolate Cosmos)

Add an enchanting touch to your garden with Chocolate Cosmos, a truly unique flowering perennial prized for its velvety, deep burgundy-red to chocolate-brown blooms and unmistakable sweet fragrance reminiscent of rich chocolate and vanilla. Native to Mexico, this captivating plant produces elegant, daisy-like flowers that stand out beautifully against its lush green foliage. The delightful cocoa-like scent is especially noticeable on warm, sunny days, making this an extraordinary addition to fragrant gardens, perennial borders, and patio containers.

Plant Characteristics

• Flowers: Velvety, daisy-like blooms in rich shades of deep burgundy, dark red, and chocolate-brown.

• Fragrance: Distinctive sweet fragrance reminiscent of chocolate and vanilla, often strongest on warm, sunny days.

• Size: Approximately 18–30 inches tall.

• Bloom Time: Mid-summer through early fall, continuing until frost in favorable conditions.

• Botanical Name: Cosmos atrosanguineus.

• Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies.

Growing & Care

• Light: Prefers full sun for the best flowering performance, richest bloom color, and strongest fragrance.

• Soil: Grows best in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid heavy or consistently wet conditions to prevent root rot.

• Water: Water regularly during active growth, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

• Maintenance: Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming and maintain a tidy appearance.

• Hardiness: A tender perennial in USDA Zones 9–11. In colder climates, it can be grown as an annual or its tuberous roots can be lifted and stored over winter, much like dahlias.

Garden Uses

Beautiful in fragrant gardens, perennial borders, cottage gardens, and decorative containers. Its dramatic, dark blooms make a stunning contrast when planted alongside white, cream, pink, or golden-yellow flowers. It also makes an elegant addition to cut-flower arrangements.

An unforgettable garden treasure! With its velvety chocolate-colored blooms and irresistible cocoa-like fragrance, Chocolate Cosmos brings a touch of mystery, elegance, and sensory delight to the garden.