One of the easiest flowers to grow from seeds is the scuplture.The Greek word meaning "ordered universe" is what inspired the name of the flowers.This group of plants are members of the huge sunflower or daisy family and are related to Coreopsis and marigolds.
Step 1: Do you know the name of the Cosmos bipinnatus cultivars?
In gardens and cut flower arrangements, this species is the one most often seen.It's an ingredient in many wildflower mixes.The fast growth and vigorous reseeding of this species has made it a weed problem in some regions.It is easy to recognize by it's fine cut foliage.The species can grow 2 to 4 feet on average and may grow even taller in more fertile soil.The original variety has single, daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, pink and red, but there are many other varieties.The dwarf variety has petals around the center disk that are similar to trumpets.There are flowers that are in semi-double form and irregularly sized.Like pom-poms, kinds are full.Some double or semi-double cultivars will sometimes produce different flower shapes on the same plant.There are more than one color form listed in this article.Solid colors, bicolored colors and some with different colors on one bloom are what these are.Some varieties change colors as the flower ages and sometimes one plant will have different flowers of different colors on the same plant.Several of the cultivars are very pale lemon/creamy/primrose yellow.These are rare and hard to find in many garden catalogs.
Step 2: Chocolate Cosmos is also known as Cosmos atrosanguineus.
The species is extinct in the wild.Clones from division or tissue culture are the only ones that survive.The other flowers listed in this article are more of a perennial.The name comes from the dark maroon red-brown color of the flowers and the chocolate-vanilla scent the plant gives off.This species has larger dark green to burgundy leaves than other species in this article, and may be mistaken for a Dahlia or Coreopsis plant.
Step 3: Learn about the plant.
The species looks a bit more fragile than the other one.This flower is a native of the Southwest and is sold in stores that specialize in Native American wildflowers.It has become a weedy wildflower in other regions.
Step 4: Consider growing a plant called Yellow Cosmos.
This species is often yellow or more accurately a bright orange.The flowers of this species can be either deep orange orangish-red.The leaves of this variety are more coarse than parsley.It is a great plant for formal landscapes because it is shorter than two to three feet tall.The species can be confused with a Coreopsis or Bidens plant.Coreopsis produce rounder seeds while Cosmos seeds are skinny and needle like.The yellow disk of Coreopsis is bushy and powdery looking, while the looser centers have little "flowers" and black "needles" in the center.Bidens has many species all over the world.There are two to five barbs on the end of the seed that stick to fur and clothing and the flowers are smaller than Cosmos.The plant can be called Beggar-ticks or Stickseeds.
Step 5: It's a good idea to grow cosmos in warm environments.
In hot, dry climates with late summer rains, most Cosmos species come from South America or Mexico.They are easy to grow in these conditions, making them great plants for beginners.This species has run wild all over the world.Over-pampering can do more harm than good.They are not bothered by pests or diseases.
Step 6: There is a sunny area of well-drained soil.
The plants want a full sun and well drained soil.Plants will grow weak and leggy if the soil is too fertile or wet.They can tolerate some shade.The flowers don't like being moved.It's a good idea to choose a spot.
Step 7: The seeds can be planted in the warm soil.
Always wait until the soil has warmed to 60 to 70oF (16-21oC) and the last frost has passed.As the seeds need dark to grow, cover them lightly with 18–14" (3–6mm)
Step 8: There is water in the seeds.
To aid in seed to soil contact, water the soil.The average time for seeds to grow is 7 days to 2 weeks.The seeds don't mind being planted a lot.
Step 9: Understand issues as the plant grows.
The first true leaves give the sprouts a high survival rate.There is a plant that can tolerate light to moderate frost.Water is only in a severe dry spell.Older varieties may not bloom until late summer.If you want to speed this up, give partial shade.Plants that produce extra-small flowers may be thrown out.The second group may be about to fall apart, but they are normal.If your plants get heavy as they flower, stake or support them.
Step 10: The dying flowers should be removed.
It's called deadheading.More flowers will form beneath the cut flower stem after you cut the dead flowers off.Most plants are annuals after one growing season.It's time to pull your plants out of the garden when they are dying.
Step 11: The more delicate chocolate cosmos can be grown.
The Chocolate Cosmos is a hardy annual.The species can't stand the winter weather in the north.The chocolate cosmos has the same requirements as the other species, but the bulb can be dug and stored indoors over winter in a frost-free dry location.The tuber can be planted like a Dahlia root.They can be left all year around if you live in a frost free environment.This plant will rot in overly moist soil and can be placed in a container that will allow it to be brought indoors.mulching protects the plants from cold in warmer areas.You can divide the tuber to spread the plant.When you are ready to plant, remove the plant and cut the root with your eyes, then plant in original garden soil with watering in the spring.
Step 12: The plant should be allowed to reseed.
The grower can surprise them with new plants in the spring.If you want to place the seeds in a specific spot, you don't need to harvest them yourself.The next generation may or may not be clones of the original plants you planted.Chocolate cosmos won't produce seeds.
Step 13: Wait for the seeds to mature.
The center of the bloom will turn brown to black after the flower dies.Wait until the seeds turn brown.
Step 14: The seeds need to be collected.
You can pull the seeds off the flower once they are ready.Pull out the seeds from the base of the flower head and place them in a bag or container.
Step 15: The seeds should be spread to dry.
The seeds can be left in a sunny area.They should feel dry and sticky after about four to seven days.
Step 16: You can store for up to six months.
If there are frosts in your area, seal them in a plastic bag and keep them dry.Next spring, plant.The bag should be labeled with the year you collected the seeds.There are little bugs in the seeds you've collected and dried.They are not a big problem, and die off after a month or so.