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Fizzy White
FlowerCosmos bipinnatus
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
Large 2 1/2-4" pure white blooms. A semidouble or double flower appearance is achieved by Fizzy White's overlapping petals and tufted centers. The petals have lovely, fine pleats and zigzag edges, reminiscent of crisply pressed and pinked linens.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date, or direct sow after last frost
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained soil, not overly rich. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, gray mold (Botrytis), root rot in poorly draining soil.