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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata™ Carmine' is a striking, graceful annual from the Sonata™ series, beloved for its deep red flowers and airy, elegant appearance. This cosmos brings an intense pop of color to borders, cutting gardens, and naturalistic gardens. Thanks to its long flowering period, vigorous growth, and attractiveness to bees and butterflies, 'Sonata™ Carmine' is an ideal choice for gardeners who want spectacular, long-lasting summer blooms with minimal effort.
Cosmos bipinnatus, originally from Mexico, is known for its fine, feathery foliage and large umbels. The 'Sonata™ Carmine' variety blooms with deep red flowers about 8–10 cm across, with a yellow center that attracts insects. The plants grow upright and reach a height of 60 cm, making them perfect for planting at the back of borders or as a specimen in a flowerbed.
The fine, airy foliage contrasts beautifully with the deep red flowers, creating a vibrant and elegant appearance that is an eye-catcher in almost any garden style.
A major advantage of the Sonata™ series is its extended flowering period. 'Sonata™ Carmine' begins blooming in June and continues until the first frost. Regularly removing spent flowers encourages the plant to produce new buds, allowing your garden to enjoy continuous red blooms for months.
This cosmos variety is easy to sow, fast growing and tolerant of various soil conditions, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Growing tips:
Sow indoors from April or directly outdoors after mid-May.
Choose a sunny location for optimal flowering.
Use well-draining soil; cosmos do not tolerate wet roots.
Keep a planting distance of 30–40 cm for good air circulation.
Water sparingly; once established the plant is drought tolerant.
In windy areas the longer stems may require light support.
Thanks to these properties, 'Sonata™ Carmine' is also ideal for cutting gardens, natural borders and ecological gardens.
Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata™ Carmine' is a real magnet for bees, butterflies, and bumblebees. Its open flowers make nectar and pollen easily accessible, contributing to biodiversity and the well-being of local pollinators. This cosmos is a valuable addition to a garden focused on sustainability and ecology.
With sturdy stems and large, deep red flowers, 'Sonata™ Carmine' is perfect as a cut flower for bouquets. The flowers last a long time in the vase and are suitable for both modern and rustic arrangements. Regular picking also encourages even more abundant and long-lasting blooms.
Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata™ Carmine' is versatile and fits into various garden designs:
Cottage garden: Combines beautifully with white, pink or purple flowers for a colorful look.
Natural borders: The airy foliage and deep red flowers blend harmoniously with ornamental grasses and prairie plants.
Pick-a-Pickle Gardens: Ideal because of the strong stems and long-lasting flowering period.
Modern borders: The intense red gives a striking and lively effect.
Flower meadows: Add depth and colour contrast to mixed plantings.
The plant adds elegance, energy and movement to any garden and creates a beautiful contrast with both soft and bright shades.
Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sonata™ Carmine' is an impressive, long-blooming summer flower that adds striking beauty to any garden with its deep red blooms. Its vigorous growth, long-lasting blooms, and attractiveness to pollinators make it ideal for borders, cutting gardens, and natural plantings. For gardeners looking for an easy-to-grow yet spectacularly flowering plant from June until the first frost, this cosmos is an excellent choice.
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