{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-cosmos-xanthos-seeds-1","title":"Mr Fothergill's Cosmos Xanthos Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Cosmos Xanthos Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e produce compact plants with exceptional soft yellow blooms, offering long-lasting colour and pollinator appeal for sunny borders and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eUnique soft yellow flowers with a long flowering season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eCompact growth, ideal for small gardens and large pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eFlowers in the same year as sown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eAttractive to bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eExcellent for cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eThrives in full sun and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"484\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Cosmos Xanthos (\u003cem data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eCosmos bipinnatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a modern, compact cosmos variety prized for its unusual pastel yellow flowers. Unlike traditional taller cosmos, Xanthos forms neat, well-balanced plants that are perfect for borders, patio containers and smaller garden spaces. Flowering freely from early summer through to autumn, it delivers a continuous display of soft, elegant colour. Easy to grow and reliable, this half hardy annual is also highly attractive to pollinators and makes a lovely addition to wildlife-friendly planting schemes, while its blooms are equally suitable for cutting and indoor arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eBrand: Mr Fothergill’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eProduct type: Flower seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eCosmos bipinnatus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eGenus: Annuals \/ Bedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003ePlant class: Half hardy annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eFlower colour: Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003ePlant height: Approximately 60cm (2ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eSpread: Approximately 45cm (18in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eHabit: Medium, compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eSituation: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eSuitable for: Borders, containers and cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eWildlife attraction: Bees and butterflies (RHS Plants for Pollinators)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eSeed quantity: 30 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eFlowers \/ Harvest: June to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eSow indoors from February to April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eSow outdoors from April to May once frost risk has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eGrow in well-drained soil in a sunny position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eWater regularly during establishment, then moderately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to prolong flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eWhy Choose Cosmos Xanthos Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2250\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePerfect for gardeners seeking something a little different, Mr Fothergill’s Cosmos Xanthos Seeds offer compact growth, unique colour and excellent pollinator value - ideal for brightening sunny borders, patios and containers all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mr Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57074114101632,"sku":"30231439","price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/mr-fothergills-cosmos-xanthos-seeds.jpg?v=1768401747","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/mr-fothergills-cosmos-xanthos-seeds-1","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}