{"product_id":"cosmos-atrosanguineus-flamingo-tubers","title":"Cosmos atrosanguineus 'Flamingo' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCosmos atrosanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo' is a graceful perennial cosmos producing soft pink flowers that float above delicate foliage from summer into autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe open blooms bring a light, airy look to borders while flowering for many months. Once established, plants can return each year when given winter protection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–50cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft pink\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to October\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eCosmos atrosanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCosmos atrosanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo' forms neat clumps of finely divided foliage. Slender stems rise above the leaves carrying delicate daisy-like flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blooms appear continuously through summer when faded flowers are removed regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety shares its perennial tuberous root system with the well-known chocolate cosmos. It combines the airy appearance of annual cosmos with the reliability of a returning perennial plant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlants become stronger over time and can produce increasing numbers of flowers each season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCosmos\u003c\/em\u003e flowers are valuable for pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpen flowers allow easy access for bees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season provides nectar from summer into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant in groups within wildlife-friendly borders to create a stronger food source for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Cosmos 'Flamingo'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSunny garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe soft pink flowers combine well with dahlias, ornamental grasses, and other late-summer perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers in spring after frost risk has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a warm, sunny position.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers around 5–8cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 40–50cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeadhead regularly to encourage more flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn colder areas, apply a thick mulch over winter to protect the tubers. Plants will return the following year once temperatures rise.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eCosmos atrosanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoft pink airy flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season from summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttractive to bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent companion for dahlias and grasses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerennial cosmos that returns each year with protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a light and graceful plant for summer borders, \u003cem\u003eCosmos atrosanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo' provides months of colour and movement in sunny garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Tuber","offer_id":58473970598191,"sku":"iyh1789523983046","price":8.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":58473970630959,"sku":"mvv1789523983047","price":72.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Tubers","offer_id":58473970663727,"sku":"ryt1789523983048","price":578.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8797\/5727\/files\/cosmos-atrosanguineus-flamingo-tubers_1.jpg?v=1789523988","url":"https:\/\/modestly.shop\/products\/cosmos-atrosanguineus-flamingo-tubers","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}