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(Cosmos sulphureus)
Sulphur Cosmos (Cosmos sulphureus)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements
| • Precipitation | 0" - 208" |
| • High Temp. | 61°F - 109°F |
| • Low Temp. | -0°F - 76°F |
Summary
Cosmos sulphureus, commonly known as Sulphur Cosmos, is an annual herb that thrives in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas in Central America and Mexico. It can grow to a height of 1–7 feet (30–210 cm) and has a bushy habit with fine-textured, opposite, pinnately divided foliage. The flowers, which bloom from mid-summer to frost, are daisy-like with a range of warm colors including yellow, orange, and red, and are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Sulphur Cosmos is valued for its vibrant, long-lasting blooms and its ability to adapt to poor, dry soils, making it an excellent choice for adding color to low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in mass plantings for a bold display of color and is popular in urban landscapes, cottage gardens, and as a border plant. It is also used in cut flower gardens due to the longevity of its blooms in arrangements. Sulphur Cosmos prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and while it is drought-tolerant after germination, it benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry periods. It is not typically bothered by pests or diseases, making it a trouble-free addition to the garden. However, it can self-seed prolifically and become invasive in some regions, so gardeners should manage its spread responsibly.CC BY-SA 4.0
Sulphur Cosmos is valued for its vibrant, long-lasting blooms and its ability to adapt to poor, dry soils, making it an excellent choice for adding color to low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in mass plantings for a bold display of color and is popular in urban landscapes, cottage gardens, and as a border plant. It is also used in cut flower gardens due to the longevity of its blooms in arrangements. Sulphur Cosmos prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and while it is drought-tolerant after germination, it benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry periods. It is not typically bothered by pests or diseases, making it a trouble-free addition to the garden. However, it can self-seed prolifically and become invasive in some regions, so gardeners should manage its spread responsibly.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-3 feet
- Width: 1-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow, Orange, Red
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas in Central America and Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Golden Cosmos, Yellow Cosmos, Orange Cosmos, Gelbes Schmuckkörbchen, Cosmos Soufré, Cosmos-Amarelo, Cosmo-Amarelo, Gullskära, 노랑코스모스, Cosmos
Scientific Names: Cosmos sulphureus, Cosmos sulfureus, Bidens sulphurea, Cosmos sulphureus f. sulphureus, Cosmos aurantiaca, Cosmos sulphureus var. exaristatus, Cosmos sulphureus var. hirsuticaulis, Cosmos gracilis, Bidens artemisiifolia subsp. sulphurea
GBIF Accepted Name: Cosmos sulphureus Cav.