Cosmos atrosanguineus (Chocolate Cosmos)

Chocolate Cosmos is a one-of-a-kind, must-have flower that gardeners will literally seek out each summer. Prolific reddish-brown flowers dance above two to three foot mounds of foliage and are chocolate-scented, attracting both humans and pollinators. We treat this tuberous perennial as an annual here in the Pacific NW although the tubers may be dug up after the foliage dies back in the fall and stored on damp peat moss (like dahlias). Alternatively, grow Chocolate Cosmos in a container planter that can be brought into the garage during the winter, and water sparingly until it can be put back out in the spring. No guarantees on its return, but the effort may be worth it if you really love this unique summer flower.

Common Name: Chocolate Cosmos, Black Cosmos

Plant Type: Perennial

Mature Size: 24" - 30" tall, 12" - 18" wide

Growth Rate: Fast

Cold Hardiness: 0°

Light:

• Full Sun
• Afternoon Sun

Foliage Color: Green

Bloom Color: Red

Bloom Time:

• Summer
• Fall

Structure: Upright

Characteristics:

• Attracts pollinators
• Container Lover
• Cut flower friendly
• Fragrant

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.