LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Striped petals
GROWTH HABIT
Upright airy
BLOOM SEASON
Spring summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not edible
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
60–100 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Low moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Annual plant
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–40 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
1–2 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the "Candy Stripe" petal pattern look like?
What does the "Candy Stripe" petal pattern look like?
Petals typically show white bases with pink or crimson streaks and edging, giving each bloom a distinctive candy-striped appearance.
How tall and airy does Candy Stripe cosmos grow?
How tall and airy does Candy Stripe cosmos grow?
Like most cosmos, it grows tall with feathery foliage and slender stems, giving an airy, see-through quality in the border.
Are Candy Stripe cosmos good for cut flower arrangements?
Are Candy Stripe cosmos good for cut flower arrangements?
Yes, their long stems and distinctive striped blooms make them a popular choice for fresh cut bouquets.
Do pollinators visit Candy Stripe cosmos flowers?
Do pollinators visit Candy Stripe cosmos flowers?
Yes, bees and butterflies are readily attracted to cosmos blooms throughout the summer flowering period.
Will Candy Stripe cosmos self-sow for next year?
Will Candy Stripe cosmos self-sow for next year?
Cosmos often self-sows readily in favorable climates, though striped patterning can vary somewhat in resulting seedlings.
Does Candy Stripe cosmos need staking or deadheading?
Does Candy Stripe cosmos need staking or deadheading?
Taller plants may need light staking in windy sites, and regular deadheading helps extend the bloom season.