Don’t forget to provide them with plenty of light, as sometimes a windowsill just won’t cut it in providing the brightness these seedlings crave. I’ve grown these Cosmos Apricot Lemon before , they a very beautiful and delicate swaying in the breeze on a summers day. With 40 years experience in the horticultural industry, where better to obtain gardening advice than from Cowell's, the family garden centre. The unique color reminds us of ‘Distant Drums’ roses - watercolored petals start out a soft apricot with a dusty lavender reverse and fade to a buttery yellow.

These cookies can only be read from the domain that it is set on so it will not track any data while browsing through another sites. Place the seed tray in a propagator at a temperature of 18-25C (64-77F) or seal it inside a polythene bag. Early 20th-century gardeners had to be content with a fleeting flower or two before the frost came to claim them all.

Sow cosmos seed from February to May at a depth of 3mm (1/8in) in a good quality seed compost, and cover the seeds with a very fine sprinkling of vermiculite. So, whether you’re a flower enthusiast or a gardening novice, Apricotta’s vibrant and inviting hues will make it a cherished addition to your garden. If you want to share your opinion about our service, positive or negative, you can contact us directly. Pinch out stem tips when plants are 1' tall to help grow bushy, branching plants with loads of flowers.

Suttons strives to ensure that all its plants are delivered to you in the perfect condition for planting. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. Noted for its unique color, Cosmos bipinnatus ‘Apricot Lemonade’ is an upright, bushy annual boasting single, pale apricot flowers, 3-4 in.

While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates.