Follow the recommendations in this technical production sheet for an optimal outcome when growing cosmos flowers. Information is provided on: photoperiodism and succession-planting; site selection; field and greenhouse cultural notes; irrigation and fertility; trellising; pest and disease prevention and management; and cut-flower harvesting.
Cut Flower Kit – Growing Guide for Market Growers. Growing beautiful blooms is a sure way to attract new customers and grow your business. In this kit, we featured proven varieties of cosmos, sunflowers, and zinnias. Varieties include: A) Sunflowers, 1000 seed ea. of Sunbright (F1), Sunrich Orange (F1), ProCut Orange (F1). B) Cosmos: 1/2 oz seeds of Versailles Mix. C) Zinnia: 1 oz seeds of Giant Dahlia Flowered Mix. (Please note: Varieties subject to change.) Also included: The Basics of Cut Flower Growing for Profit; Growing Instructions; Sample Planting Guide.
Flower Product Manager Hillary Alger shows 'Bright Lights' (Cosmos sulphureus) in the trialing field: its airy plant architecture, its bright pop of color, and its attraction as habitat and sustenance to beneficial insects.
Flower Product Manager Hillary Alger provides a look at 'Afternoon White' Cosmos in the trialing field, showing how its well-organized plant architecture provides for ease of harvesting the big clean white blooms.
Flower Product Manager Hillary Alger shows 'Apricotta' cosmos in the trialing field, comparing its structural and coloration to other apricot varieties as well as its compatibility with 'Rubenza'.