{"product_id":"fothergills-cosmos-seashells-mixed-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Cosmos Seashells Mixed Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Cosmos bipinnatus 'Seashells Mixed', a premium and structurally unique cultivar within the Cosmos genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hardy Annual, establishing with incredible speed from a spring sowing to yield a relentless, non-stop flush of flowers in its very first season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Fluted Petals:\u003c\/b\u003e Features large, eye-catching blossoms with individual petals that uniquely roll and fold inward, mimicking charming sea shells or delicate flutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLively Colour Spectrum:\u003c\/b\u003e Delivers a beautiful, well-balanced mixture of soft pastel hues and bright, bold shades, including rich carmine-red, lovely rose-pink, soft blush, and crisp pure white.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStately Tall Presence:\u003c\/b\u003e Displays a tall, upright, and airy growth habit, reaching a mature back-of-border height of 120cm (48in) that brings soft, fluid movement to cottage gardens or informal wildflower borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Cut Flower Variety:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly prized by floral designers for its exceptional character; the long, straight, wiry stems and textured fluted flower heads add a sophisticated, contemporary twist to fresh summer bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e The bright yellow, open central cores stand out vividly against the fluted tubes, serving as an easily accessible and highly inviting natural fueling station for butterflies and bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimal Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at its absolute best when positioned in a bright, open spot in full sun, demonstrating excellent natural heat and drought resilience once fully established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Start seeds early indoors from March to April in cellular trays of moist, free-draining compost, or sow directly outdoors in May where they are to flower once all danger of spring frost has safely passed. Position in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting Out \u0026amp; Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e For indoor-started seedlings, gradually acclimatise them to outdoor temperatures before transplanting. Space the young plants approximately 30–45cm apart to allow their tall, branching framework plenty of room to mature smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSupport \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to their impressive 120cm height, plants grown in exposed or windy gardens will benefit from subtle support using canes or link stakes. Deadhead faded blooms regularly to continuously trigger the production of fresh, fluted buds right up until autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57560080613759,"sku":"FTG-47008","price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/47008_COSMOS_20Seashells_20Mixed.webp?v=1779184602","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-cosmos-seashells-mixed-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}