A delight for the senses, Cosmos atrosanguineus ‘Cherry Chocolate’ has unique cherry red flowers and a sensational chocolate fragrance. A wonderful choice for adding long-lasting flushes of flowers and exotic appeal to a range of spaces around the garden.
With tall and airy growth, the enchanting rich and velvety flowers add height and movement to sunny flowerbeds and borders. They also make a wonderful addition to pots and containers adding uplifting colour and fragrance to entrances, patios, pathways and more.
Awarded second place as Plant of the Year by the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024, it was recognised for its hardiness and reliability to grow, vibrant colour, extended flowering and wonderful fragrance. So, you have peace of mind that you will enjoy a sensational summer display.
To get the best blooms, plant your Cosmos atrosanguineus ‘Cherry Chocolate’ in a bright and sunny position, in moist but free draining soil. Remember to regularly deadhead the spent blooms to encourage new buds to form.
Plant details
- Pot size: 2-Litre
- Flower colour: Cherry red
- Foliage colour: Green
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Flowering period: June, July, August, September
- Plant type: Perennial
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Moist but well drained
- Ultimate plant growth: Height: 0.45m x Spread: 0.3m
All measurements are approximate.