Cosmos Fandango seeds - Cosmos bipinnatus

Cosmos 'Fandango' is a variety of Cosmos bipinnatus distinguished by its magnificent semi-double, purple flowers with feathery petals of satin texture. Stunning in summer bouquets, both modern and retro, its flowers also shine in sunny beds. To prolong flowering, regularly remove faded flowers. This variety has been awarded for its exceptional beauty.

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Fandango' is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. The species is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central America, especially Mexico. This 'Fandango' variety is a recent cultivar, but its aesthetics recall cosmos from gardens of the past, with an additional collar of petals around the golden centres. Plants reach a height of 60 to 80 cm, forming compact and well-branched clumps.

The flowers of Cosmos 'Fandango' are true botanical works of art. Their feathery, deep purple petals are more red at the base and surround a highly contrasting golden heart. Flowering extends from June to the first frost. The tender green foliage is fine and delicate.

Cosmos 'Fandango' finds a place in country beds or in a flowery meadow. In beds, it pairs perfectly with perennial plants such as Echinacea purpurea, whose pink tones harmonise with the red-violet nuances of the cosmos. Also, associate it with grasses like Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Black Beauty', its light dark-coloured spikes add movement to the whole. Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm', with its yellow flowers, will complete the scene. In a pot, this cosmos can be accompanied by silver-leaved plants like Helichrysum petiolare 'Silver' for a harmonious and refined ensemble.

The ecological gesture: Sowing a honey-producing plant like Cosmos in your garden will attract pollinating insects throughout the summer. At the end of the season, let the last flowers produce their seeds which are particularly appreciated by birds. You will thus encourage them to visit your garden and play an important role in its ecosystem.