| Sold in Liners of 288 Sold as 250 | |
| Price Per Plug: | 14.4¢ |
| Total Per Tray: | $36.00 |
Sensation Mix is a cultivar of Cosmos bipinnatus, which is an annual flowering plant native to Mexico. This heirloom variety offers an upright habit of 36-48" tall and 12-14" wide, with white, light pink, and dark pink single flowers. Blooms are up to 4" in diameter atop fernlike foliage, lasting from mid-summer until frost. This plant attracts pollinators and is drought-tolerant. Airy and tall, Sensation Mix is ideal for cottage gardens, mixed borders, or creating a fast-growing annual hedge. This plant excels in bouquets and is an obvious addition to cutting gardens. Cosmos requires minimal care during the growing season, flourishing in full sun or partial shade with moderate water. For a Cosmos variety better suited to border fronts, try growing Limara Lemon and Mandarin. Or pair Sensation Mix with Seashells Mix for a stunning array of textures in the landscape.
Sell Sensation Mix to customers looking for an attractive flower for a border, mass planting, wildlife, or cutting garden. Customers love this heirloom plant's airy foliage and vibrant blooms. This plant requires little more than moderate water to excel in full or partial shade, bringing pollinators and bright color to the landscape. Cut flowers throughout the season to create beautiful bouquets and encourage plants to continue producing. This tall variety makes an ideal background for cottage borders. Create a soft, cheerful, idyllic landscape by growing Cosmos alongside Zinnias, Marigolds, Rudbeckia, Salvia, and Cleome.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space plants 8-10" apart in well-drained soil in a shady or partly shady location.
2. Water once per week or more often in drought. Apply an organic mulch (like shredded leaves) to retain moisture and provide nutrients for the soil.
3. Deadhead blooms to encourage continuous blooming right up to the first frost. Alternatively, cut flowers for bouquets.
4. This variety is an annual. Remove all plant debris after the first frost to prevent disease the following year.
For best results with Sensation Mix, plant one seedling plug per 4-inch or four per 10-inch container. Use a well-drained soil in full or partial sun with light feed (150-200 ppm N), a pH of 6.0-7.0, and an EC of 1.5-2.5 mS/cm. Provide temperatures of 70-80 daytime and 60-70 nighttime. Don't pinch, but use daminozide or chlormequat as needed. Watch for aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, thrips, fusarium wilt, and powdery mildew.
Dark pink, light pink, and white flowers with yellow centers bloom from mid-summer until frost.
This plant doesn't require pinching.
Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base and foliage of each plant. We recommend spacing 4-inch, gallon, or 10-inch containers 12-18" on center for good ventilation and disease prevention. Adjust spacing in your commercial greenhouse as needed for your plants.
Once the plant establishes roots, you may apply daminozide or chlormequat chloride as needed to control height. Drought stress and negative DIF are also effective height control methods.
Watch for aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, and thrips as part of your Integrated Pest Management plan.
Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that cause damage by sucking sap from plant tissue. They reproduce quickly and are particularly attracted to young growth. Curling and yellowed leaves, stunted growth, and stickiness on leaves are signs of an infestation. These insects also spread diseases and reproduce rapidly. Use biological controls or horticultural oils to discourage and kill aphids.
Whiteflies are small, winged insects that eat plant sap and cause yellowed leaves and stunted growth. Severe infestations can lead to plants dying. Prevent infestations by sanitizing surfaces and tools and removing debris. Introduce natural predators and use sticky traps to control populations. Insecticidal soaps and oils are also effective against this pest.
Spider Mites are tiny pests that cause stippling, yellowing, and webbing on foliage by feeding on plant sap. They flourish in warm, dry environments. Use correct water and fertilizing practices; over-fertilizing can attract spider mites. Proper humidity levels, predatory mites or ladybugs, and insecticidal soaps or oils may prevent or address a spider mite infestation.
Thrips are tiny insects that eat plant tissue and can transmit viruses. Watch for silvery-white streaks or black spots on foliage and distorted growth. Use natural predators (like predatory mites), insecticidal soap, neem oil, and sticky traps to control infestations and prevent spread.
Watch for signs of fusarium wilt and powdery mildew. Take basic preventative measures in your greenhouse as part of Integrated Pest Management, including watering at the base of each plant, allowing the soil to dry between waterings, using proper fertilizer and light, maintaining a clean and debris-free environment, and sanitizing equipment. Provide adequate spacing and good airflow for seedling plugs.
Fusarium Wilt is a fungal disease that causes leaves to wilt and turn yellow. Use clean growing media and sterilize pots, trays, and tools before transplanting seedling plugs. Inspect plants regularly for signs of disease, checking roots and stems for discoloration and wilting. Remove and destroy infected plants to prevent the spread of fusarium fungus.
Powdery Mildew is a fungal disease that thrives in humid conditions, appearing as a white or gray coating on foliage and flowers. Provide good airflow in your greenhouse. We recommend horizontal airflow fans to help control humidity levels alongside a dehumidifier or manual venting. Remove and destroy infected plants and apply fungicides as needed or preventatively. Look for the active ingredients myclobutanil, trifloxystrobin, or potassium bicarbonate to combat Powdery Mildew threatening your seedling plugs.
We recommend planting one seedling plug per 4-inch or four per 10-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepots centered or evenly spaced in the container.
| 4 Inch crop time | 4-6 Weeks |
|---|---|
| 10 Inch crop time | 8-12 Weeks |
| Bloom Period | Fall, Summer |
| Color | Pink, White |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 36-48 Inches |
| Light | Full Shade, Partial Shade |
| Minimum Temp | 60 |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Patented Plant | No |
| 10-07-2024 (Week 41) | 0 |
|---|---|
| 10-14-2024 (Week 42) | 0 |
| 10-21-2024 (Week 43) | 0 |
| 10-28-2024 (Week 44) | 4,000 |
| 11-04-2024 (Week 45) | 4,000 |
| 11-11-2024 (Week 46) | 4,000 |
| 11-18-2024 (Week 47) | 4,000 |
| 11-25-2024 (Week 48) | 4,000 |
| 12-02-2024 (Week 49) | 4,000 |
| 12-09-2024 (Week 50) | 4,000 |
| 12-16-2024 (Week 51) | 4,000 |
| 12-23-2024 (Week 52) | 4,000 |
| 12-30-2024 (Week 01) | 4,000 |
| 01-06-2025 (Week 02) | 4,000 |
| 01-13-2025 (Week 03) | 4,000 |
| 01-20-2025 (Week 04) | 4,000 |
| 01-27-2025 (Week 05) | 4,000 |
| 02-03-2025 (Week 06) | 4,000 |
| 02-10-2025 (Week 07) | 3,750 |
| 02-17-2025 (Week 08) | 4,000 |
| 02-24-2025 (Week 09) | 4,000 |
| 03-03-2025 (Week 10) | 4,000 |
| 03-10-2025 (Week 11) | 3,750 |
| 03-17-2025 (Week 12) | 4,000 |
| 03-24-2025 (Week 13) | 4,000 |
| 03-31-2025 (Week 14) | 4,000 |
| 04-07-2025 (Week 15) | 4,000 |
| 04-14-2025 (Week 16) | 4,000 |
| 04-21-2025 (Week 17) | 4,000 |
| 04-28-2025 (Week 18) | 4,000 |
| 05-05-2025 (Week 19) | 4,000 |
| 05-12-2025 (Week 20) | 4,000 |
| 05-19-2025 (Week 21) | 4,000 |
| 05-26-2025 (Week 22) | 4,000 |
| 06-02-2025 (Week 23) | 4,000 |
| 06-09-2025 (Week 24) | 4,000 |
| 06-16-2025 (Week 25) | 4,000 |
| 06-23-2025 (Week 26) | 4,000 |
| 06-30-2025 (Week 27) | 4,000 |
Sensation Mix is a cultivar of Cosmos bipinnatus, which is an annual flowering plant native to Mexico. This heirloom variety offers an upright habit of 36-48" tall and 12-14" wide, with white, light pink, and dark pink single flowers. Blooms are up to 4" in diameter atop fernlike foliage, lasting from mid-summer until frost. This plant attracts pollinators and is drought-tolerant. Airy and tall, Sensation Mix is ideal for cottage gardens, mixed borders, or creating a fast-growing annual hedge. This plant excels in bouquets and is an obvious addition to cutting gardens. Cosmos requires minimal care during the growing season, flourishing in full sun or partial shade with moderate water. For a Cosmos variety better suited to border fronts, try growing Limara Lemon and Mandarin. Or pair Sensation Mix with Seashells Mix for a stunning array of textures in the landscape.
Sell Sensation Mix to customers looking for an attractive flower for a border, mass planting, wildlife, or cutting garden. Customers love this heirloom plant's airy foliage and vibrant blooms. This plant requires little more than moderate water to excel in full or partial shade, bringing pollinators and bright color to the landscape. Cut flowers throughout the season to create beautiful bouquets and encourage plants to continue producing. This tall variety makes an ideal background for cottage borders. Create a soft, cheerful, idyllic landscape by growing Cosmos alongside Zinnias, Marigolds, Rudbeckia, Salvia, and Cleome.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space plants 8-10" apart in well-drained soil in a shady or partly shady location.
2. Water once per week or more often in drought. Apply an organic mulch (like shredded leaves) to retain moisture and provide nutrients for the soil.
3. Deadhead blooms to encourage continuous blooming right up to the first frost. Alternatively, cut flowers for bouquets.
4. This variety is an annual. Remove all plant debris after the first frost to prevent disease the following year.
For best results with Sensation Mix, plant one seedling plug per 4-inch or four per 10-inch container. Use a well-drained soil in full or partial sun with light feed (150-200 ppm N), a pH of 6.0-7.0, and an EC of 1.5-2.5 mS/cm. Provide temperatures of 70-80 daytime and 60-70 nighttime. Don't pinch, but use daminozide or chlormequat as needed. Watch for aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, thrips, fusarium wilt, and powdery mildew.
Dark pink, light pink, and white flowers with yellow centers bloom from mid-summer until frost.
This plant doesn't require pinching.
Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base and foliage of each plant. We recommend spacing 4-inch, gallon, or 10-inch containers 12-18" on center for good ventilation and disease prevention. Adjust spacing in your commercial greenhouse as needed for your plants.
Once the plant establishes roots, you may apply daminozide or chlormequat chloride as needed to control height. Drought stress and negative DIF are also effective height control methods.
Watch for aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, and thrips as part of your Integrated Pest Management plan.
Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that cause damage by sucking sap from plant tissue. They reproduce quickly and are particularly attracted to young growth. Curling and yellowed leaves, stunted growth, and stickiness on leaves are signs of an infestation. These insects also spread diseases and reproduce rapidly. Use biological controls or horticultural oils to discourage and kill aphids.
Whiteflies are small, winged insects that eat plant sap and cause yellowed leaves and stunted growth. Severe infestations can lead to plants dying. Prevent infestations by sanitizing surfaces and tools and removing debris. Introduce natural predators and use sticky traps to control populations. Insecticidal soaps and oils are also effective against this pest.
Spider Mites are tiny pests that cause stippling, yellowing, and webbing on foliage by feeding on plant sap. They flourish in warm, dry environments. Use correct water and fertilizing practices; over-fertilizing can attract spider mites. Proper humidity levels, predatory mites or ladybugs, and insecticidal soaps or oils may prevent or address a spider mite infestation.
Thrips are tiny insects that eat plant tissue and can transmit viruses. Watch for silvery-white streaks or black spots on foliage and distorted growth. Use natural predators (like predatory mites), insecticidal soap, neem oil, and sticky traps to control infestations and prevent spread.
Watch for signs of fusarium wilt and powdery mildew. Take basic preventative measures in your greenhouse as part of Integrated Pest Management, including watering at the base of each plant, allowing the soil to dry between waterings, using proper fertilizer and light, maintaining a clean and debris-free environment, and sanitizing equipment. Provide adequate spacing and good airflow for seedling plugs.
Fusarium Wilt is a fungal disease that causes leaves to wilt and turn yellow. Use clean growing media and sterilize pots, trays, and tools before transplanting seedling plugs. Inspect plants regularly for signs of disease, checking roots and stems for discoloration and wilting. Remove and destroy infected plants to prevent the spread of fusarium fungus.
Powdery Mildew is a fungal disease that thrives in humid conditions, appearing as a white or gray coating on foliage and flowers. Provide good airflow in your greenhouse. We recommend horizontal airflow fans to help control humidity levels alongside a dehumidifier or manual venting. Remove and destroy infected plants and apply fungicides as needed or preventatively. Look for the active ingredients myclobutanil, trifloxystrobin, or potassium bicarbonate to combat Powdery Mildew threatening your seedling plugs.
We recommend planting one seedling plug per 4-inch or four per 10-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepots centered or evenly spaced in the container.
| 4 Inch crop time | 4-6 Weeks |
|---|---|
| 10 Inch crop time | 8-12 Weeks |
| Bloom Period | Fall, Summer |
| Color | Pink, White |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 36-48 Inches |
| Light | Full Shade, Partial Shade |
| Minimum Temp | 60 |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Patented Plant | No |