? Grow Stunning Velouette Cosmos - The Velvety Red Marvel! ? Add dramatic flair to your garden with Velouette Cosmos, featuring unique 3-4" deep red blooms with a velvety texture. These drought-resistant flowers bloom profusely from early summer until frost and are excellent for attracting pollinators. Key Growing Facts: ? Plant Type: Annual (perennial in warm climates) ? USDA Zones: Grows in all zones (2-11) ? Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily) ? Mature Size: 36-48" tall x 12-18" wide ? Bloom Time: 70-90 days from sowing until frost ? Wildlife Value: Nectar-rich for bees butterflies What You'll Receive: • 200+ fresh Velouette Cosmos seeds Complete Growing Guide: Planting Instructions: When to Plant: Sow after last frost when soil warms Soil: Well-draining, average fertility (avoid rich soils) Depth: Plant 1/4" deep, 12" apart Germination: 7-14 days in warm soil Care Tips: • Water: Light weekly watering (drought tolerant) • Feeding: No fertilizer needed • Maintenance: Deadhead for continuous blooms • Special Features: Heat tolerant, excellent cut flowers Why Grow Velouette Cosmos? ? Long blooming season ? Thrives in poor soil ? Requires minimal care ? Stunning cut flowers (7-10 day vase life) ? Attracts beneficial pollinators Ideal For: • Cutting gardens • Pollinator habitats • Low-maintenance landscapes • Backdrop plantings • Beginner gardeners Pro Tip: For non-stop color, succession plant every 2-3 weeks!