Cosmos flowers are loved for their charming, daisy-like blooms and vibrant colours, making them a favourite in gardens and cut flower arrangements. They are especially popular in cottage gardens and wildflower mixes, where they attract pollinators and bring a whimsical touch to landscapes.
Produces daisy-like blooms in a wide range of colours
Attracts pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity
Excellent for cut flower arrangements and floral displays
Open-pollinated seeds, reliable and easy to grow
Botanical name: Cosmos bipinnatus
Common name: Cosmos
Afrikaans name: Kosmos
Seed type: Open pollinated
Planting time: Spring and summer
Days to germination: 7–14
Days to maturity: 90–120
Plant depth: 5 mm
Plant height: 90–115 cm
Ideal planting conditions: Half shade, full sun
Seeds per gram: ±150
Ideal for flowerbeds, cottage gardens, wildflower mixes, and cut flowers.
AgricultSURE, a South African small-scale farmer developer, joined forces with Laeveld Agrochem for the popular televised Niche Farmers series. Airing since August 2022, the series showcases local up-and-coming farmers using innovative methods for food production. It features diverse farming enterprises, from hydroponic rooftops to greenhouses, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit of South African farmers.
AgricultSURE and Laeveld Agrochem hope that Niche Farmers will inspire others to start their agri-businesses, promoting a wide range of food production opportunities for universal food security in the country and region. The series also emphasizes the significance of commercial farming and creating jobs in the agricultural industry. AgricultSURE collaborates with small-scale farmers and community gardening projects to implement sustainable projects across the region.