Versailles Mix

Family: Asteraceae Flower

Planting Schedule

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A living bouquet in bloom—Versailles Mix opens into a riot of petals that glow in warm sunset tones and cool jewel shades, with feathery movement that seems to shimmer in the breeze.

The flowers are airy yet richly colored, making a light-catching presence in the garden from early summer through fall, with a long, dependable season for continuous display. Ideal for pollinator gardens and ornamental borders, Versailles Mix brings effortless color drama and graceful texture to beds and containers alike.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of Versailles Mix

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Versailles Mix Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Cosmos bipinnatus (Versailles Mix), and how do I control it?

Watch for aphids and caterpillars (often on tender new growth and flower buds). Rinse plants with a strong water spray, then spot-treat with insecticidal soap if you still see clusters, repeating every 5–7 days. Cosmos in crowded, damp conditions can also develop powdery mildew; improve airflow by thinning and water at the soil line rather than wetting foliage.

How often should I water Cosmos bipinnatus during the main growing phase?

During active growth and bud formation, keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy—about 1–2 inches of water per week depending on heat and soil drainage. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and then let it dry slightly before watering again to avoid root stress.

How can I tell when Versailles Mix Cosmos bipinnatus is ready to harvest?

Harvest when flowers are fully open and the petals look crisp and well-colored, typically around 70 days from sowing. For the best continuous bloom, snip blooms with a short stem just above a leaf node and harvest before they start to look limp or begin forming dry seed heads.