Chocolate Cosmos: A Unique, Sweet-Scented Bloom The Chocolate Cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus) produces dark red to maroon flowers with a delightful chocolate fragrance, making it an attractive option for your garden.
Attract Hummingbirds with Sweet Aroma The rich, chocolate-like scent of these flowers naturally attracts hummingbirds, drawing them with both fragrance and nectar.
– Prefers Full Sun and Well-Drained Soil Chocolate cosmos thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, ensuring they receive enough warmth and light to grow vibrant, aromatic flowers. –
Ideal for Container or Garden Planting These flowers are versatile, thriving in containers or garden beds, making them a great addition to any space seeking a chocolatey fragrance.
Blooms from Late Summer to Fall Chocolate cosmos bloom from late summer to fall, offering a prolonged period of color and scent that continues to attract hummingbirds.
Low-Maintenance Flower with Rich Color With minimal care, the chocolate cosmos produces deep, dark flowers with a rich scent, adding elegance and charm to any garden.
Requires Light Watering and Moderate Temperature Water moderately and keep the temperature between 60-75°F (15-24°C), as chocolate cosmos do best in moderate conditions without excessive moisture.
Deadhead Regularly for Continuous Blooms To encourage continuous blooming throughout the season, deadhead spent flowers to keep your chocolate cosmos plants vibrant and attractive to hummingbirds.