Cosmos Bipinnatus

1. Cosmos bipinnatus - a semi-hardy annual that often reappears by way of self-sowing for several years.

Colour range: shades of pink, purple, and white

Leaves are finely segmented, delicate

This is a flower we have in our butterfly garden. We have seen it in other gardens around our neighbourhood. It seems to be a flower of choice for many types of gardens, from the highly structured to the more carefree.

This tall flower is a favourite in our garden. It's delicate colour and tall slender stem make a pretty sight.

Here's an article about the two most common species of cosmos. You might like to scroll down to read the top ten reasons everyone should be growing cosmos (in Texas, true, but much applies to this northern land, too!).