August Spotlight: Cosmos
Ellie Jones
In the world of garden flowers and floristry, Cosmos stands out for its timeless charm and so Cosmos is going to be August’s Spotlight Flower. These delicate and graceful blooms have a special place in both English gardens and modern floral arrangements, adding a touch of dreaminess to any setting.
Characterised by slender stems and floaty petals, their light & airy appearance makes them ideal for adding an element of wild elegance to floral designs. Their delicate nature brings an air of romance and whimsy.
Cosmos flowers resemble daisies with their open, single or double-petaled blooms. They have a prominent central disc surrounded by petals and these petals can be flat, slightly cupped, or fluted, depending on the variety. Cosmos flowers come in a range of colors, including white, pink, magenta, crimson, orange, and even chocolate brown.
In the cutting patch, there are two striking features that set Cosmos apart. Firstly, some varieties can staggeringly grow to heights of 6 feet tall! Whilst a bonus of the Cosmos is their prolific blooming. Once they start flowering, they continue to produce a profusion of blooms throughout the growing season, attracting pollinators and adding a vibrant display to the garden.
Popular varieties that we love to work with here at Bouquets for Days include the deliciously named ‘Apricot Lemonade’ as well as ‘Purity’ and the somewhat madly named ‘Double Click Rose Bon Bon’ but there’s another variety in particular that stands out and that is the Chocolate Cosmos.
Chocolate Cosmos feature small & delicate, deep maroon to nearly black petals that are velvety in texture and magically have a chocolatey fragrance - they truly are like no other flower around!
If you’re thinking about flowers for an August wedding or event and you would like to discuss seasonal availability then get in touch and keep an eye on the Bouquets for Days Instagram for more seasonal ingredients making an appearance throughout the month.