Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White'

Mexican Aster

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Common Name:

Mexican Aster

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

15°C

Maximum height:

120 cm

Maximum width:

60 cm

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Description

Recognizable daisy flower form covers plants, makes for a 'natualized' garden look. The all white blooms of 'Sonata White' create an impressive long blooming foundation for for any garden focusing on color and low maintenance.

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Blooming

Cosmos bloom in spring and summer, and come in a variety of colors such as pink, white, orange, violet, and red. Deadhead to lengthen flowering period.

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Growth

Annuals and perennials. Plants will grow to be about 2-4 in. tall with a 12-18 in. spread. Does best in full sun. Perennials are good container plants. They also work well in borders. Grow annuals in herbaceous or annual borders.

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Planting

Plant seeds 8-12 in. apart in spring. Sow directly into the ground.

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Pest

Aphids. Other problems include powdery mildew, stem rot, gray mold, and stem canker.

Mexican Aster (Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata White') - Soil and irrigation

Cosmos require soil that is well-drained with waterings every day during the first week and moderately after that.