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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click'

Also Known As

  • Double Click Cosmos
  • Double Click Mix Cosmos

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 36"-40"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click' plant details

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink, red and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 36 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, red and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Popular in the 1930s, when Bodger's catalog listed Extra Early Double Crested in pink, crimson and white. In fashion once again, this variety is from a long-standing French seed house. Self sows.

Gardening facts about Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click' plant

How to Grow Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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