Cosmos 
Flora Frost Cosmos bipinnatus 'Casanova Pink'
| Leaf arrangement | crosswise opposite |
| Flower type | Single |
| Flower scent | Unscented |
| Winter hardness | Not hardy (USDA-zone 9,10,11) |
| Flower color | Pink-dark blue pink-N074D |
| Flower diameter | 8 - 8,5 cm |
| Plant height | 20 - 30 cm |
| Inflorescence | Capitulum (head) |
| Flowering month(s) | May; June; July; August; September; October |
| Leaf width | 4 - 5 cm |
| Leaf size | 7,5 - 10 cm |
| Light conditions | Sunny |
| Leaf, main color | Dark green |
| Leaf colour, pattern | Unicolored |
| Flower color distribution | Unicolored |
| Moisture requirements | Moist; Well-drained |
The Mexican Aster, scientifically known as Cosmos bipinnatus 'Casanova Pink,' is a stunning flower that adds a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape. It is a popular choice among garden enthusiasts due to its vibrant pink-dark blue color and its delicate single-petal flower.
The plant grows up to a height of 20-30 cm, making it an ideal choice for borders, containers, or as a groundcover. With its crosswise opposite leaf arrangement, the Mexican Aster displays its beautiful dark green leaves, which can grow up to 7.5-10 cm in size. The leaves are unicolor, giving the plant a neat and uniform appearance.
The Mexican Aster blooms in the months of May through October, adding a burst of color to the garden throughout the summer. The flowers are arranged in capitulum (head) inflorescence, creating a cluster of blooms that are hard to miss. With a diameter of 8-8.5 cm, the flowers are of a medium size, making them an eye-catching feature.
One of the unique characteristics of the Mexican Aster is that it does not have any scent, making it a perfect choice for those who may be sensitive to floral fragrances. Additionally, this variety of Cosmos bipinnatus is not hardy and is best suited for USDA zones 9, 10, and 11, which have relatively mild winters.
The Mexican Aster thrives in sunny conditions, making it ideal for gardens with plenty of sunlight. It requires moist, well-drained soil to flourish, making regular watering essential. As long as these conditions are met, the Mexican Aster is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive with minimal care.
With its unicolored flower color distribution, the Mexican Aster adds a burst of pink-dark blue to any garden setting. Its vibrant flowers and lush dark green leaves make it an excellent choice for adding color and texture to flower beds, borders, or as a focal point in containers.
In summary, the Mexican Aster, or Cosmos bipinnatus 'Casanova Pink,' is a beautiful flower that adds elegance and vibrancy to any garden or landscape. Its stunning pink-dark blue flowers, delicate single petals, and lush dark green leaves make it a popular choice among garden enthusiasts. With its preference for sunny conditions and moist, well-drained soil, this low-maintenance plant brings joy and color to the garden throughout the summer months.
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