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A beauty like no other, 'Candystripe' has a golden center flanked by white petals with rosy edges and striping, making one sweet cut flower! Once established, cosmos are drought tolerant; neglect is the kind of care they prefer. They reseed readily, making them ideal for wildflower or naturalized areas.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Cosmos (Learn more)
Native: Mexico and Arizona
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 3'-6' tall, 18" wide
Variety Info: 3"–4" blossoms of white with rose- to crimson-colored edges and striping
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: Barely cover
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Thinning: When 1" – 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest in the morning and cut stems just as flower buds begin to open.
- MarjorieVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 27, 2026Candystripe Cosmos
One of my favorite cosmos varieties, this plant is incredibly easy to grow from seeds by directly sowing them in the ground during the week of Memorial Day. It absolutely attracts bees, making it a great addition to any garden. Highlands Ranch, CO Zone 6a
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 27, 2026Hey Marjorie,
We're so thrilled to hear that Candystripe Cosmos are one of your favorite varieties! There's something so satisfying about direct sowing seeds right in the ground, especially around Memorial Day when the timing is just perfect. And how wonderful that you're seeing all those bees visiting - these cosmos really are fantastic pollinator magnets! It sounds like they're thriving beautifully in your Zone 6a garden in Highlands Ranch. Thanks for sharing your growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- DanielleRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 28, 20245 Stars
Stunning! Direct sowed these with great germination rate in zone 8b. Deadheaded regularly and had lots of continuous blooms. Definitely growing these again next year!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Vusala A.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 28, 20245 Stars
Started the seeds in 5 gallon grow bags two weeks after the frost and in two months u got the most wonderful blooms. Cosmos will be my forever favorites. Thank you BI 🌸
- Vusala A.Rated 5 out of 5 starsAug 14, 20245 Stars
I can’t stop looking at these cosmos. They are stunning. Thank you, BI, once again, for fabulous seeds. ❤️❤️🌸🌸🌸
- Jessica W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 5, 20245 Stars
Great germination and amazing seed varieties
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